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Forest, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Place Apartments priced from $625. Shadow Wood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Shadow Wood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Creel PropertiesSTADIUM1BR,1BA$705
Town & Country Apartment HomesOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$770
Murray Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest, LA and Nearby

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 bedroom townhome Model at Churchill Townhouses Apartments in the starting from $950. The second greatest value Forest apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Bayou Park Apartments starting at $895 with a $0.82 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Churchill Townhouses Apartments2 bedroom townhome2BR,2BA$0.76
Bayou Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.82
Town & Country Apartment HomesThree Bedroom / One and a half Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.96
Pinnacle ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$1.07
Van MarkA11BR,1BA$1.07
Westchester Square2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Shadow Hawk2-2 Renovated Upstairs2BR,2BA$1.10
Murray Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.04
Frances Place Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$1.07
Shadow Wood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Forest, LA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $2,435. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest ranging from $250 to $2,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest ranges from $250 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $813.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest range from $945 to $2,115, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $725 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.