
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Forestdale, AL from $606 (58 Rentals)
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Pointe Arlington

Harrison Court Apartments

Fountain Blue

Serenity at Valley Creek

1512 11th Ave N

Market Lofts on Third

1603 18th Pl N

Park Place

Brooke Lyn Apartments
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Piedmont Terrace

2568 Forestdale Blvd

Birmingham Overlook

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Royal Orleans Apartments

University Crossings

614 1st St S
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700 Attalla Pl

615 Macon St

Southbrook Apartments

Westbury Apartments

725 Avenue G

4213 Kendall Ave

Stoney Brook

834 4th Terrace West Townhome Style

The Park at Callington

1708 Decatur Ave
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Jemison Flats

1304 Avenue G

1512 Ave J

2321 20th Street Ensley

513 Rose Hill Rd

716 Robin Rd

1720 Home Garden Dr

424 Carriage Dr

656 Kenwood Dr

Glen Iris Place
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Forestdale, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forestdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forestdale Studio Apartments | $1,181 | $606 | $2,336 |
| Forestdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $660 | $10,000+ |
| Forestdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $737 | $3,640 |
| Forestdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $900 | $4,221 |
| Forestdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $785 | $2,789 |
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Cheapest Available Forestdale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forestdale, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Pointe Arlington in the West End neighborhood priced from $700. Serenity at Valley Creek in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forestdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 1 | Studio, 1BA | $855 |
| Southbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $895 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR, 1BA | $951 |
| Stoney Brook | Amethyst | 1BR, 1BA | $983 |
| The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-I | Studio, 1BA | $989 |
| High Gate | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $991 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forestdale, AL and Nearby
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forestdale area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Forestdale apartment is the The Laurel Model at Woodbrook starting at $1,519 with a $1.29 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forestdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| Woodbrook | The Laurel | 3BR, 2BA | $1.29 |
| High Gate | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.15 |
| Chapel Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.27 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Park Place | Willow | 1BR, 1BA | $1.29 |
| Southbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.24 |
| Carriage Court | The Regal | 1BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| Pointe Arlington | 2/1.00 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forestdale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forestdale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forestdale is at Market Lofts on Third listed at $855.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forestdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forestdale Apartment is $700 at Pointe Arlington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forestdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forestdale is starting from $800 at Pointe Arlington.
What is the most affordable Forestdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forestdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pointe Arlington and starts from $900.
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