
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Estates Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD from $700 (30 Rentals)
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Charter House

Silver Spring House

Silver Spring Towers

The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors

943 Bonifant St
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Arrive Silver Spring

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Parkside Terrace

Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments

The Warwick
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The Oaks at Four Corners-62+ Senior Community
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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 |
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Forest Estates Studio Apartments | $1,747 | $1,100 | $4,364 |
Forest Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,100 | $3,758 |
Forest Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $1,649 | $5,023 |
Forest Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,945 | $6,000 |
Forest Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,085 | $3,000 | $3,171 |
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There are currently 30 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 Studio unit found at Silver Spring Towers priced from $1,336. The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Forest Estates apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors | The Acorn | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,371 |
Arrive Silver Spring | Frederick | Studio,1BA | $1,389 |
The Warwick | ALLEGANY | Studio,1BA | $1,429 |
Summit Hills | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,447 |
Colesville Towers Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,469 |
Tanglewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,477 |
Twin Towers | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Estates, MD
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Estates area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Burnt Mills Crossing in the in the Burnt Mills Hills neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Forest Estates apartment is the 10118 Brunett Ave Model at 10118 Brunett Ave, Unit Basement starting at $1,600 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Rosemary Hills 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. |
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Burnt Mills Crossing | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
10118 Brunett Ave, Unit Basement | 10118 Brunett Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Paddington Square | 2BR Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Montgomery Towers | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
The Fields of Silver Spring | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Charter House | The New York | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Parkside Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors | The Acorn | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Estates, Silver Spring, MD
Ranked #11
Among neighborhoods in Silver Spring, MD for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Forest Estates Neighborhood in Silver Spring, MD
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® 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 $1,520.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Estates is The Bonifant - Apartments for Seniors which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Forest Estates costs $7,450.
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 85 regular apartments in Forest Estates that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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