
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Estates Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD from $740 (88 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Estates area of Silver Spring.


The Barrington Apartments

Park Wayne Apartments

Thayer Terrace

Arrive Silver Spring

Summit Hills

The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+

Tanglewood Apartments

The Warwick Apartments

Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments
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National Park Seminary Apartments

700 Roeder Rd

Belvedere Apartments

Alexander House at Elizabeth Square

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The Cameron

The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors 62+
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8600 Apartments

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The Guardian

1111 University Blvd W

11400 Cherry Hill Rd

Paddington Square

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Core

Burnt Mills Crossing

8329 Grubb Rd

2102 Luzerne Ave

1111 University Blvd W, Unit 714-A
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1900 Lyttonsville Rd

Lenox Park

Fenwick Apartments

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Atwell on Spring

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9918 Tenbrook Dr

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700 Roeder Rd, Unit 105

Kanso Silver Spring

Georgia West

1511 Crest Rd

The Residences at Forest Glen
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The Oaks at Four Corners-62+ Senior Community

Montgomery Towers

Forest Glen Apartments

Silver Spring Towers

524 Thayer Avenue

943 Bonifant St

Bucknell

8400 Greenwood Ave

8401 Greenwood Ave

Ken Mil Apartments
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Forest Estates, Silver Spring, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Estates Studio Apartments | $1,679 | $1,025 | $7,650 |
| Forest Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $1,300 | $6,945 |
| Forest Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $1,285 | $9,398 |
| Forest Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,487 | $1,802 | $4,342 |
| Forest Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,169 | $3,169 | $3,169 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Estates area of Washington, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Forest Glen priced from $776. 8401 Greenwood Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Forest Estates apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Forest Glen | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
| 8401 Greenwood Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,237 |
| The Barrington Apartments | A2 Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Thayer Terrace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Arrive Silver Spring | Florence | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Summit Hills | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
| The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
| The Warwick Apartments | ALLEGANY | Studio,1BA | $1,386 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Estates, MD
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Estates area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Burnt Mills Crossing in the in the Burnt Mills Hills neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Forest Estates apartment is the 2Bedroom 2Bathroom Model at Twin Towers starting at $2,452 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the North Takoma Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnt Mills Crossing | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.07 |
| Twin Towers | 2Bedroom 2Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Thayer Terrace | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Barrington Apartments | C1/C2 Income Restricted | 3BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Kensington House | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Charter House | The New York | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 8802 Plymouth St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Estates is under $1,386.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Estates is The Residences at Forest Glen which is listed at $776, while the average apartment in Forest Estates costs $1,880.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Estates?
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 91 regular apartments in Forest Estates 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 Estates?
Cheap apartments in Forest Estates have an average cost of $413 which is $1,467 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Estates.
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