2500 Bainbridge St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (130 Rentals)
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206 E 37th St
RichmondVA23224
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$856 - $1,178
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBelle Summit
600 Cowardin AveRichmond, VA 23224
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$930
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available May 1Total Monthly Price
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$930
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$930
3809 McGuire Dr, Unit B, Unit B
3809 McGuire DrRichmond, VA 23224
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$940 - $1,745
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$920 - $1,725
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$940 - $1,745
The Residences of Westover Hills
5852 Westower DrRichmond, VA 23225
1208 Hull St, Unit 3, Unit 3
1208 Hull St
RichmondVA23224
206 E 37th St
RichmondVA23224
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$980 - $2,250
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 11106 West Franklin St
1106 Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
2418 Perry St
RichmondVA23225
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$1,003 - $1,603
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$999 - $1,599
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$1,003 - $1,603
Villas at Cedarhurst
5950 Westower CtRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,010
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability1411 Grove Avenue
1411 Grove AveRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,010 - $1,165
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityNorcroft Townhomes-55 and older
401 Norcroft CirRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,035 - $2,199
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$900 - $2,064
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$1,035 - $2,199
Towers on Franklin
104 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,055 - $1,280
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark at Forest Hill
3900 Forest Hill AveRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,061 - $2,875
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Berkshire
300 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,070 - $1,860
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 11123-25-27 West Grace Street
1123-1127 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,084
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark Vue
801 Holly Springs AveRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,0951 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 10
421 W Grace St, Unit 203
421 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
1903 Grayland Ave
RichmondVA23220
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$1,100 - $1,330
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 7Forest Hill
205 W Roanoke StRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,117 - $1,351
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$1,111 - $1,345
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Woodbriar Apartments
621 Warwick Village DrRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,130 - $1,180
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 10Forest Square Apartments
3202-3206 Midlothian TpkeRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,130 - $1,746
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$1,130 - $1,746
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2000 Riverside Apartments
2000 Riverside DrRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,145 - $1,700
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 4Grace & Monroe Apartments
401 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
1209 Wallace St
RichmondVA23220
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$1,151 - $1,602
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$1,146 - $1,597
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$1,151 - $1,602
700 West 44
4500 Bassett AveRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,158 - $2,460
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowIron House Apartments
1309 W Broad StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,164 - $1,575
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMonroe Park Towers Apartments
520 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,179 - $2,024
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Biggs Building
900 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,184 - $1,699
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 2Total Monthly Price
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$1,184 - $1,699
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James River Pointe
435 German School RdRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,185 - $1,635
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$1,180 - $1,630
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$1,185 - $1,635
The Mill at Manchester Lofts
815 Perry StRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,195 - $2,795
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowT and E Apartments
1011 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
2304 Riverside Dr
RichmondVA23225
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$1,208 - $1,998
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$1,045 - $1,835
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$1,208 - $1,998
404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes
402 Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
517 N Harrison St
RichmondVA23220
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$1,295
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 171204 Hull Street- Bean Building
1204 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,2952 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 10
501 W Grace St, Unit A
501 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
22 S Robinson St
RichmondVA23220
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$1,320 - $1,600
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMorningside Apartments
1414 Newell RdRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,325 - $1,655
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$1,325 - $1,655
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The Gardens at Manchester
1420 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,335 - $1,895
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCary Belvidere Apartments
601 W Cary StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,343 - $2,566
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark Plaza @ Belvidere
515 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
9 S Brunswick St
RichmondVA23220
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$1,350 - $2,847
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 8Link Apartments® Manchester
901 McDonough StRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,375
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 91209 Hull Street- Dogtown
1209 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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$1,391 - $1,606
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAlexander at 1090
1090 German School RdRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,3952 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 10
421 W Grace St, Unit 101
421 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
421 W Grace St
RichmondVA23220
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$1,3952 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 10
507 W Grace St, Unit C
507 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
8 S Granby St
RichmondVA23220
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Forest Hill, Richmond, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Studio Apartments | $1,203 | $1,035 | $2,115 |
| Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $856 | $2,609 |
| Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $930 | $4,315 |
| Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $810 | $3,443 |
| Forest Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $750 | $1,265 |
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There are currently 130 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Forest Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hill area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences of Westover Hills priced from $940. Villas at Cedarhurst has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,003. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Residences of Westover Hills | 1BR 1BA Classic | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | Studio 1 bath 531 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| 700 West 44 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,151 |
| Park at Forest Hill | Byrd | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Iron House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,158 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, VA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill area is the $1.44 price per square foot Downtown Double Suite Model at The Berkshire in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,680. The second greatest value Forest Hill apartment is the 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom Model at Marshall Park starting at $750 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Berkshire | Downtown Double Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.51 |
| 110 E Cary St | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Two Bedroom Two Bath Large Premier | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 27th Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 46973 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Alexander at 1090 | Humboldt | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Morningside Apartments | White Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Hill is under $1,158.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Hill is The Residences of Westover Hills which is listed at $940, while the average apartment in Forest Hill costs $1,655.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Hill?
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 148 regular apartments in Forest Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Forest Hill?
Cheap apartments in Forest Hill have an average cost of $676 which is $979 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Hill.
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