Cheap Homes for Rent in Forest Heights, MD from $500 (22 Rentals)

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property at 1344 Barnaby Ter SE

$575

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$575

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1344 Barnaby Ter SE

WashingtonDC20032
property at 163 Elmira St SW

$800

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$800

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163 Elmira St SW

WashingtonDC20032

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property at 37 Alexandria Dr

$950

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$950

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$950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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37 Alexandria Dr

Oxon HillMD20745
property at 206 Trenton Pl SE

$999

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$999

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$999

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206 Trenton Pl SE

WashingtonDC20032
property at 39 Mississippi Ave SE

$999

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$999

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$999

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39 Mississippi Ave SE

WashingtonDC20032
property at 3320 11th Pl SE

$1,049

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$1,049

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3320 11th Pl SE

WashingtonDC20032
property at 742 Brandywine St SE

$1,095

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$1,095

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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742 Brandywine St SE, Unit 303

742 Brandywine St SE
WashingtonDC20032
property at 39 Mississippi Ave SE

$1,149

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$1,149

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$1,149

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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39 Mississippi Ave SE

WashingtonDC20032

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property at 3320 11th Pl SE

$1,249

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$1,249

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3320 11th Pl SE

WashingtonDC20032
property at 604 Mellon St SE

$1,250

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$1,250

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604 Mellon St SE

WashingtonDC20032
property at 3865 Halley Terrace SE

$1,295

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$1,295

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3865 Halley Terrace SE, Unit 304

3865 Halley Terrace SE
WashingtonDC20032
property at 32 Alexandria Dr

$1,300

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$1,300

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32 Alexandria Dr

Oxon HillMD20745

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Cheapest Available Forest Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Heights, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagles Crossing Apartments in the Northeast Alexandria neighborhood priced from $820. Savannah in the Hillsdale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $963. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eagles Crossing Apartments1 Bdr Lg1BR,1BA$820
Savannah2BR1302BR,1BA$963
SouthviewStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,035
Delwin Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,045
Randle HillStudioStudio,1BA$1,149

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, MD and Nearby

As of March 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $1.78 price per square foot 3A Maple Model at Oaks at Oxon Hill in the in the Glassmanor neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the Manor II - Two Bedroom Model at Woodland Creek starting at $1,570 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Rosecroft Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oaks at Oxon Hill3A Maple3BR,1.5BA$1.78
Woodland CreekManor II - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.76
Riverside Plaza Apartments2 Bedrooms + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.83
Arbor ViewOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75
Harbor's Edge2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.67
The Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.78
Colonial Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.89
Eagles Crossing Apartments2 Bdr Sm2BR,1BA$1.61
Friendship Courts Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.75
Delwin Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Heights?

There are currently 310 Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, MD with pricing that ranges from $800 to $4,601. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Heights ranging from $575 to $5,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Heights ranges from $575 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,769.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Forest Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest Heights range from $1,114 to $4,022, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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