
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Ridge Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC from $300 (49 Rentals)
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The Retreat at Kannapolis

1507 Jamaica Rd

Kannan Station Apartment Homes

Stadium Lofts

Oak Ridge Duplexes

Vida Kannapolis

Ashford Place Apartments

The Bridges Of Cabarrus
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200 Main

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714 Irene Ave, Unit 714B

Forest Park Crossing

Villas At Forest Park

Kimberly Ridge

111 Briarcliff Dr

2208 S Main St

McLain Heights

South Emerson Hills
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605 Grant St

1421 Oakshade Ave

1423 Oakshade Ave

519 W 9th St

2104 S Main St

2124 Ravendale St

1300 Meadow Ave

University Park

1448 Nottingham Rd
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Oak Crest Apartments

Walter, Park & Wood

1703-1727 Inspired Way

501 Martin Cir

Crestview Huntington

Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC)

Davidson Apartment Homes

Edge at Concord

Concord Flats
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40 Willowbrook Dr NW

Longview Meadow

The Retreat at Concord Apartments

213 Bishop Ln

Emery Village

Brooke Pointe Apartments

Brooke Pointe Manor

Melrose Apartments

305 Country Club Dr NE
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Buckingham Place

Crestview 4 Apartments

Huntington Apartments

268 Southcircle Dr NW
Forest Ridge, Kannapolis, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,285 | $910 | $1,500 |
| Forest Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $925 | $1,805 |
| Forest Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $1,100 | $2,260 |
| Forest Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $1,396 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Forest Ridge Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC.
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Cheapest Available Forest Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Ridge area of Kannapolis, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Crestview Huntington priced from $889. Davidson Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Forest Ridge apartments for rent in Kannapolis, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestview Huntington | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| Davidson Apartment Homes | Studio (S1) | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Edge at Concord | Cabo | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Concord Flats | Studio Standard - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Kannan Station Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| South Emerson Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC) | One Bedroom - Waters Edge - 512 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Longview Meadow | The Silverbell | 2BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| Oak Ridge Duplexes | Oak Ridge Townhome 2br 1.5ba, White Oak Lane K... | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Ashford Place Apartments | Ashford 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Ridge, NC
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Ridge area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Forest Ridge apartment is the 2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno Model at The Retreat at Kannapolis starting at $1,249 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Oak Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport | 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Retreat at Kannapolis | 2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Meadow Creek | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| 714 Irene Ave, Unit 714B | 714 Irene Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Bridges Of Cabarrus | 1 month free * advertised rent includes concess... | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Oak Ridge Duplexes | Oak Ridge Duplex (Garden style) 2br 1ba, Whit... | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Longview Meadow | The Willow | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Ashford Place Apartments | Ashford 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| South Emerson Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Ridge is at Davidson Apartment Homes listed at $920.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Ridge Apartment is $889 at Crestview Huntington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Ridge is starting from $1,122 at Crestview Huntington.
What is the most affordable Forest Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Crest Apartments and starts from $1,326.
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