Cheap Homes for Rent in the Forest Ridge Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC from $600 (13 Rentals)

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Forest Ridge, Kannapolis, NC Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC)Studio - Waters Edge - 336 sqftStudio,1BA$910
Crestview HuntingtonBirch1BR,1BA$950
Concord FlatsStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$999
Davidson Apartment Homes2X2 (B2)2BR,2BA$1,067
South Emerson Hills1 x 11BR,1BA$1,089

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak Crest Apartments3A3BR,2BA$1.07
Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability2BR,2BA$1.34
Davidson Apartment Homes3X2 (C1)3BR,2BA$1.27
Meadow Creek2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.30
The Retreat at Kannapolis2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.25
140 Lake Concord Rd NE #D11, Unit D11140 Lake Concord Rd NE #D112BR,2BA$1.64
Kannan Station Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath- 907 sqft2BR,2BA$1.43
Oak Ridge DuplexesOakRidge Duplex (Garden style) 2br 1ba, White O...2BR,1BA$1.39
South Emerson Hills1 x 11BR,1BA$1.38
The Retreat at Concord Apartments1Bd 1 Bth Renovated1BR,1BA$1.63

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Ridge?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Forest Ridge, NC with pricing that ranges from $910 to $2,726. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Ridge ranging from $640 to $2,740.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Ridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Ridge ranges from $640 to $2,740 with an average monthly rent of $1,784.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.