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Forest Hills, Durham, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Forest Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,950 | $1,250 | $2,800 |
| Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,206 | $1,695 | $2,895 |
| Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,172 | $1,995 | $2,350 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Forest Hills Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Forest Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hills area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 2006 House Ave priced from $750. Barclay Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 House Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Barclay Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NC
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at The Lofts at Southside Apartments in the in the Plum Street neighborhood starting from $1,735. The second greatest value Forest Hills apartment is the Old Bull 2x1 Model at American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) starting at $1,950 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | Old Bull 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington Street | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Roxboro Quads | Roxboro Quads - 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 901 South Apartments Durham Downtown | 901 South - 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Jersey | 1 bedroom/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Barclay Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Ramsey | S1B | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Hills?
There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $7,343. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Hills ranging from $650 to $2,895.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Hills?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Hills ranges from $650 to $2,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,653.
Expert Rental Resources
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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC
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I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.