
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Forest Neighborhood of Friendswood, TX from $700 (10 Rentals)
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The Reserve at Autumn Creek

August Friendswood

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Heritage at Clear Creek

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The Forest, Friendswood, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $795 | $1,890 |
| The Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,050 | $2,314 |
| The Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,250 | $2,350 |
| The Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,955 | $7,955 | $7,955 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Forest Neighborhood of Friendswood, TX.
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Cheapest Available The Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Forest area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Brook on Bay Area priced from $795. Gateway at Ellington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable The Forest apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brook on Bay Area | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Gateway at Ellington | Mercury | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Royal Oaks of Pearland | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Forest, TX
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Forest area is the $1.43 price per square foot B1 Model at Heritage at Clear Creek in the in the Clear Lake neighborhood starting from $1,336. The second greatest value The Forest apartment is the A1 (80% Income Restricted) Model at August Friendswood starting at $1,300 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Clear Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage at Clear Creek | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| August Friendswood | A1 (80% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Reserve at Autumn Creek | Harvest Hill Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Ivy Point Friendswood | Holly | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| The Brook on Bay Area | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Gateway at Ellington | Mercury | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Royal Oaks of Pearland | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Forest Apartment is $795 at The Brook on Bay Area.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Forest is starting from $1,050 at The Brook on Bay Area.
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