
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forrest Lake Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $600 (6 Rentals)
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Forrest Lake, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forrest Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Lake Studio Apartments | $650 | $650 | $650 |
| Forrest Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $650 | $1,450 |
| Forrest Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $899 | $1,785 |
| Forrest Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,128 | $5,128 | $5,128 |
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Cheapest Available Forrest Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forrest Lake area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at HollyView priced from $650. Retreat on Rosslyn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Forrest Lake apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| HollyView | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Retreat on Rosslyn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Pepper Tree Manor - 45+ Community | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forrest Lake, TX
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forrest Lake area is the $1.56 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Life at Grand Oaks in the in the Fairbanks neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Forrest Lake apartment is the Signature One Bedroom Model at 55 Fifty at Northwest Crossing starting at $1,225 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Fairbanks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forrest Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Life at Grand Oaks | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 55 Fifty at Northwest Crossing | Signature One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Reserve at White Oak | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Pepper Tree Manor - 45+ Community | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| HollyView | Reno 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Aspen Apartments | Studio Renovated 525 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Park @ Live Oak Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Retreat on Rosslyn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forrest Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forrest Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Forrest Lake is Retreat on Rosslyn which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Forrest Lake costs $5,128.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forrest Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 49 regular apartments in Forrest Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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