
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Estates Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD from $700 (68 Rentals)
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Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments

Silver Spring House

Claridge House

The Barrington Apartments

Tanglewood Apartments

Summit Hills

Charter House - Senior Housing 55+

Park Wayne Apartments

Arrive Silver Spring
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National Park Seminary Apartments

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Woodside Place

Belvedere Apartments

Alexander House at Elizabeth Square

Thayer Terrace

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The Cameron

10210 Capitol View Ave

1900 Lyttonsville Rd

Parkside Terrace
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AVA Wheaton

The Premier

Kanso Silver Spring

8600 Apartments

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The Guardian

The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+

Paddington Square

The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors

The Oaks at Four Corners-62+ Senior Community

Montgomery Towers
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Forest Glen Apartments

8401 Greenwood Ave

Silver Spring Towers

943 Bonifant St

524 Thayer Avenue

Bucknell

Ken Mil Apartments

Colesville Towers Apartments

Croydon Manor Apartments

Cole Spring Plaza
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Twin Towers

8400 Greenwood Ave

529 Dale Drive

1111 University Blvd W

10609 Glenwild Rd

Rollingwood Apartments

8507 Leonard Dr

The Residences at Forest Glen

Metro 710

8601 Manchester Rd
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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 | $1,645 | $1,228 | $6,206 |
| Forest Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,249 | $6,978 |
| Forest Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,468 | $1,665 | $10,000+ |
| Forest Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $1,948 | $4,162 |
| Forest Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $2,418 | $2,418 |
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There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Estates Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD.
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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 Flower Ave Apartments priced from $1,249. 311 Domer Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Forest Estates apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flower Ave Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| 311 Domer Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,264 |
| Kensington House | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,313 |
| Arrive Silver Spring | Frederick | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
| The Barrington Apartments | A4 Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,374 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Estates, MD
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Estates area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at National Park Seminary Apartments in the in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Forest Estates apartment is the 2x2 Renovated Model at The Warwick Apartments starting at $1,839 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Forest Glen 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Warwick Apartments | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Burnt Mills Crossing | 2BR/1BA Income restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Thayer Terrace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Woodside Place | B03mm North Workforce65 Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Estates, Silver Spring, MD
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $1,380.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Estates is Flower Ave Apartments which is listed at $1,249, while the average apartment in Forest Estates costs $2,440.
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 108 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 $386 which is $2,054 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Estates.
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