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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (50 Rentals)
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$807 - $9193 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chesterfield Apartments
900 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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Towers on Franklin
104 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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Southwood Apartments
1200 Southwood PkyRichmond, VA 23224
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Ashton Square Apartments
603-A Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
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404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes
402 Westover Hills BlvdRichmond, VA 23225
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The Residences of Westover Hills
5852 Westower DrRichmond, VA 23225
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Park at Forest Hill
3900 Forest Hill AveRichmond, VA 23225
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Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older
401 Norcroft CirRichmond, VA 23225
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The Berkshire
300 W Franklin StRichmond, VA 23220
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$1,079 - $1,6091 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 27
James River Pointe
435 German School RdRichmond, VA 23225
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Venus At Manchester Apartments
1420 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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1204 Hull St - Bean Building
1204 Hull StRichmond, VA 23224
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Villas at Cedarhurst
5950 Westower CtRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,100 - $1,707Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Grace & Monroe Apartments
401 W Grace StRichmond, VA 23220
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Linden at Forest Hill
205 W Roanoke StRichmond, VA 23225
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$1,125 - $1,895Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
The Biggs Building
900 W Marshall StRichmond, VA 23220
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2000 Riverside Apartments
2000 Riverside DrRichmond, VA 23225
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Forest Square Apartments
3202-3206 Midlothian TpkeRichmond, VA 23224
3202 Midlothian Tpke
RichmondVA23224
3206 Midlothian Tpke
RichmondVA23224
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The Mill at Manchester Lofts
815 Perry StRichmond, VA 23224
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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 | $1,167 | $900 | $1,703 |
| Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $855 | $2,505 |
| Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $1,020 | $3,650 |
| Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $750 | $3,500 |
| Forest Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,170 | $1,135 | $1,210 |
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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 3 Beds unit found at Chesterfield Apartments priced from $807. City View Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield Apartments | THE MULBERRY FLOOR PLAN - SUITE II | 3BR,1BA | $807 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $835 |
| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Brookline | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Ashton Square Apartments | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Dogtown Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, VA
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill area is the $1.42 price per square foot 715 W Clay St Model at 715 W Clay St, Unit B in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Forest Hill apartment is the 201 W 12th St Model at 201 W 12th St starting at $750 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the Old South 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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| 715 W Clay St, Unit B | 715 W Clay St | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 201 W 12th St | 201 W 12th St | 3BR,3BA | $0.44 |
| Marshall Park | 4x2 - Priced Per Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| The Berkshire | Goshen | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Model Tobacco Lofts | 2BD 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Iron House Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath with Office | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Venus At Manchester Apartments | 2 -Bedroom, 2-Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| City View Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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Getting Around the Forest Hill Neighborhood in Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,055.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Hill is 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Forest Hill costs $1,699.
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 112 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 $687 which is $1,012 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Hill.
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