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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Forest City Studio Apartments | $849 | $849 | $849 |
Forest City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $580 | $1,920 |
Forest City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $650 | $2,200 |
Forest City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,095 | $2,288 |
Forest City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,299 | $1,885 |
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Cheapest Available Forest City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest City, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Highlands priced from $580. Residence at Humboldt Park in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Highlands | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
Residence at Humboldt Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
The Carlisle at Delta Park | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest City, NC and Nearby
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest City area is the $1.06 price per square foot B2 Model at LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS in the starting from $1,267. The second greatest value Forest City apartment is the 2X2 S1 Model at The Hub at Palmetto Pointe starting at $1,299 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Hilltop neighborhood. 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. |
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LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
The Hub at Palmetto Pointe | 2X2 S1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
The Springs | The Live Oak - 1059 sqft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Valley Falls Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | Welcome to The Pointe on Lafayette - 2 Beds | 1... | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Sage at Martins Ln | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
The Orchard Apartment Homes | olvr1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
The Carlisle at Delta Park | Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Getting Around Forest City, NC
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest City Apartment is $580 at The Highlands.
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 $650 at The Highlands.
What is the most affordable Forest City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Southern Pines and starts from $1,099.
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