
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest View Neighborhood of Richmond, VA from $700 (67 Rentals)
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Townhouses of Chesterfield II

Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments

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1301 Idlewood Ave, Unit 1301

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Villas at Cedarhurst

404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes

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The Residences of Westover Hills

Forest Ridge

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3615 Stockton St

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James River Pointe
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Park at Forest Hill

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Willow Oaks Apartments

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Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments

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Southwood Apartments

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1707 Colorado Ave

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10 N Harrison St

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4111 Kinsley Ave

408-410 Dobson St

The Villas At Granby

Urbana at Hioaks
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Forest View, Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest View Studio Apartments | $1,139 | $715 | $1,600 |
| Forest View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $825 | $2,489 |
| Forest View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $1,005 | $3,100 |
| Forest View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,450 | $4,573 |
| Forest View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $926 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest View Neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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Cheapest Available Forest View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest View area of Richmond, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments priced from $825. Villas at Cedarhurst has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $954. Here are the most affordable Forest View apartments for rent in Richmond, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Villas at Cedarhurst | Just the Basics. Just What You Need. | Studio,1BA | $954 |
| 404 Rivertowne Apartment Homes | Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| James River Pointe | 2 Bed/1 Bath- Phase 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Forest Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 67738 | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,198 |
| Forest Ridge | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest View, VA
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest View area is the $0.58 price per square foot 1301 Idlewood Ave Model at 1301 Idlewood Ave, Unit 1301 in the in the Near West neighborhood starting from $926. The second greatest value Forest View apartment is the 2 BR Model at Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments starting at $1,615 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Midlothian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1301 Idlewood Ave, Unit 1301 | 1301 Idlewood Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| Cloverleaf Lake Townhouse Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Ashton Square Apartments | Berkshire | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Urbana at Hioaks | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Arbors at Hull Street Senior Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Morningside Apartments | White Oak Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| James River Pointe | 2 Bed/1 Bath- Phase 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| Park Vue | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest View, Richmond, VA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Forest View, Richmond, VA
Westover Hills Elementary School
Lucille M. Brown Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest View Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest View?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest View is under $1,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest View?
The cheapest apartment in Forest View is Kingly Ones and Briarwood Court Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Forest View costs $1,423.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest View?
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 73 regular apartments in Forest View 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 View?
Cheap apartments in Forest View have an average cost of $586 which is $837 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest View.
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