Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $600 (49 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Hill area of Richmond.

Towers on Franklin

The Residences of Westover Hills

Ashton Square Apartments

404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes

Norcroft Townhomes-55 and older

The Berkshire

Villas at Cedarhurst
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Park at Forest Hill

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The Gardens at Manchester

James River Pointe

1204 Hull St - Bean Building

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2915 Hull Street Rd

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3204 Midlothian Tpke

The Mill at Manchester Lofts

1144 W Grace St

Linden at Forest Hill
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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 | $1,146 | $900 | $1,776 |
| Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $856 | $2,505 |
| Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,020 | $3,650 |
| Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $1,178 | $3,200 |
| Forest Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,112 | $800 | $1,265 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 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 Studio unit found at Towers on Franklin priced from $900. The Residences of Westover Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers on Franklin | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Residences of Westover Hills | 1BR 1BA Classic | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Brookline | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Ashton Square Apartments | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | No Extra Charges. Just Extra Peace of Mind. | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Stables | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 24214 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Feast Your Eyes on This Home Deal – Celebrate c... | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, VA
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill area is the $1.45 price per square foot Downtown Double Suite Model at The Berkshire in the in the Downtown Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Forest Hill apartment is the 2106 Parkwood Ave Model at 2106 Parkwood Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,795 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Near West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkshire | Downtown Double Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 2106 Parkwood Ave, Unit 1 | 2106 Parkwood Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 27th Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 25813 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1313-1315 Hull St. | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Morningside Apartments | White Oak Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| South Arthur | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Belle Summit | Rainer | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Gardens at Manchester | Feast Your Eyes on This Home Deal – Celebrate c... | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 24213 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Hill, Richmond, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $1,075.
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 $945, while the average apartment in Forest Hill costs $1,602.
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 171 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 $798 which is $804 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Hill.
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