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property at 303 N Holland Ave
$1,100

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Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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303 N Holland Ave

RankinPA15104

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property at 432 Franklin Ave
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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432 Franklin Ave

PittsburghPA15221
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property at 408 South Ave
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Nov 1
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408 South Ave

PittsburghPA15221
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property at 118 Leneake St
$1,200 - $1,250

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Base Rent$1,200 - $1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,200 - $1,250
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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118 Leneake St

Turtle CreekPA15145
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property at 810 Wood St
$1,200 - $1,469
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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810 Wood St

East PittsburghPA15112

Forest Hills, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Hills Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Hills, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at William Penn Heights in the East Hills neighborhood priced from $800. 1508 Maple Ave in the East Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
William Penn Heights1 BDRM1BR,1BA$800
1508 Maple Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$855
LAUREL GARDENS -- 189LAUREL GARDENS -- 189 - 1635-...1BR,1BA$899
Beautiful One Bedroom in Swissvale!!whipple1BR,1BA$920
The Flats on PennEagle1BR,1BA$948
Highland Manor Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$950
734-736 Franklin Ave3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, PA and Nearby

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $1.08 price per square foot 531 Halsey Ave Model at 531 Halsey Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Allegheny neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Forest Hills apartment is the 727 Hill Ave Model at 727 Hill Ave starting at $1,150 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the East Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
531 Halsey Ave, Unit 2531 Halsey Ave3BR,1BA$1.08
727 Hill Ave727 Hill Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Bryn MawrCanterbury2BR,2BA$1.29
Hep Park Village2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.10
317 S Trenton Ave, Unit 3317 S Trenton Ave2BR,1BA$1.30
Highland Manor Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.06
1409 Summit St, Unit #1021409 Summit St1BR,1BA$0.94
Beautiful One Bedroom in Swissvale!!whipple1BR,1BA$1.34
1508 Maple Ave, Unit 21508 Maple Ave2BR,1BA$1.26
1508 Maple Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Hills?

There are currently 386 Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, PA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $4,128. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Hills ranging from $850 to $3,800.

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 $850 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,552.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest Hills range from $1,010 to $2,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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