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3126 US-221

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Forest City, NC Local Guide

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 | $723 | $645 | $849 |
Forest City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $580 | $1,870 |
Forest City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $650 | $2,075 |
Forest City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $1,095 | $2,295 |
Forest City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $1,299 | $1,600 |
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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. 1022 West Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $645. 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 |
1022 West Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $645 |
Villas at Lawson Creek | Brentwood | 1BR,1BA | $772 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest City, NC and Nearby
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest City area is the $0.96 price per square foot C4HC Model at LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS in the starting from $1,805. The second greatest value Forest City apartment is the The Windsor Model at Crown Ridge starting at $1,475 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Uptown Shelby 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 | C4HC | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Crown Ridge | The Windsor | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
The Hub at Palmetto Pointe | HUB2x2S1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Valley Falls Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Maple Hall Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Orchard Apartment Homes | olvr1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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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 - SMP and starts from $1,099.
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