
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Ridge Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC from $300 (34 Rentals)
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The Retreat at Kannapolis

1507 Jamaica Rd

Kannan Station Apartment Homes

Stadium Lofts

Forest Park Crossing

Villas At Forest Park

659 Wilson St
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2202 S Main St

Kimberly Ridge

2208 S Main St

805 Alma Ave

638 Wilson St

111 Briarcliff Dr

McLain Heights

South Emerson Hills
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714 Broad St

420 Peach St

Oak Ridge Duplexes

210 Basin Ave

1300 Meadow Ave

2104 S Main St

Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC)

Crestview Huntington
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Edge at Concord

Concord Flats

Davidson Apartment Homes

Brooke Pointe Apartments

Brooke Pointe Manor

303 Country Club Dr NE

Melrose Apartments

Buckingham Place
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Crestview 4 Apartments

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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 | $1,255 | $910 | $1,480 |
| Forest Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $925 | $1,805 |
| Forest Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $990 | $2,495 |
| Forest Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,270 | $2,726 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 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 Studio unit found at Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC) priced from $910. Crestview Huntington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Forest Ridge apartments for rent in Kannapolis, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC) | Studio - Waters Edge - 336 sqft | Studio,1BA | $910 |
| Crestview Huntington | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Concord Flats | Studio Standard - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Davidson Apartment Homes | 2X2 (B2) | 2BR,2BA | $1,067 |
| South Emerson Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Edge at Concord | Cabo | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Oak Ridge Duplexes | OakRidge Townhome 2br 1.5ba, White Oak Lane Kan... | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Retreat at Kannapolis | 2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Meadow Creek | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| The Retreat at Concord Apartments | 1Bd 1 Bth Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Ridge, NC
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Ridge area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3A Model at Oak Crest Apartments in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,353. The second greatest value Forest Ridge apartment is the 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport starting at $1,525 with a $1.34 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Crest Apartments | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport | 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Davidson Apartment Homes | 3X2 (C1) | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Meadow Creek | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| The Retreat at Kannapolis | 2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 140 Lake Concord Rd NE #D11, Unit D11 | 140 Lake Concord Rd NE #D11 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Kannan Station Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath- 907 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Oak Ridge Duplexes | OakRidge Duplex (Garden style) 2br 1ba, White O... | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| South Emerson Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Retreat at Concord Apartments | 1Bd 1 Bth Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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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 Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC) listed at $910.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Ridge Apartment is $950 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 $1,002 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 Kannan Station Apartment Homes and starts from $1,270.
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