
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Forest City, MO from $400 (47 Rentals)
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Tarkio Village Apartments

Unicorn Apartments

Forest Cove

Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment

Coventry Apartments

Corby Grove Apartments

University Point

HL29 Modern Flats
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Timber Creek Apartments

American Electric Lofts

Brittany Village

Park Avenue Apartments

Cottonwood Creek

The Lakes Apartments

Riverview Apartments

Woodcrest

Woodland Trace
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Pin Oak Apartments 925 Brookside

Brandywine

The Ridge of St. Joseph

Stove Lofts

Stonleigh Court Apartment Homes

804 N Main St

702 W Nelson St

Maplewinds I & II

Oak Hill
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Southview

Maryville Meadows

303 W Lowell Ave

CityView Lofts

830 Warsaw Ave

Summit Place

Clarinda West Apartments

420 Olive St

Frederick Apartments
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3517 Lafayette St

1223 Sylvanie St

419 Ottawa St

713 Pottawatomie St

912 N Broadway St

5303 Sawyer St

Ben Day

1021 Pottawatomie St

148 Park Lane
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Abernathy Lofts

716 Seneca St
Forest City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest City Studio Apartments | $819 | $625 | $960 |
| Forest City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,185 | $540 | $1,749 |
| Forest City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $640 | $2,199 |
| Forest City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $800 | $2,938 |
| Forest City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $1,150 | $2,962 |
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Cheapest Available Forest City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkway Village Apartments priced from $540. Unicorn Apartments in the Congress Corporate Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $540 |
| Unicorn Apartments | Small Efficiency Apartment! | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Coventry Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Mitchell Park Plaza | S3 - Corner Studio | Studio,1BA | $688 |
| HL29 Modern Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Brittany Village Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| University Point | VO2X1R | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Woodcrest | Maple | Studio,1BA | $887 |
| Cottonwood Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest City, MO and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest City area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2b1.5b Model at Riverfront Apartments - in the starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Forest City apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Cottonwood Creek starting at $890 with a $0.98 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Apartments - | 2b1.5b | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Cottonwood Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Stonleigh Court Apartment Homes | 2x1.5 Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| University Point | VO2X1R | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Parkway Village Apartments | Two Bedroom (updated) | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Woodland Trace | One Bed One Bath-Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Brittany Village | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment | S3 - Corner Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest City is at Unicorn Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest City Apartment is $540 at Parkway Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest City is starting from $690 at Parkway Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Forest City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pin Oak Apartments 925 Brookside and starts from $900.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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