
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Glen Neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD from $800 (46 Rentals)
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Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Glen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Glen Studio Apartments | $1,654 | $1,234 | $3,993 |
| Forest Glen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $1,265 | $4,311 |
| Forest Glen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $950 | $5,900 |
| Forest Glen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $1,451 | $6,431 |
| Forest Glen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,083 | $3,000 | $3,167 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Glen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Glen area of Washington, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Bracken Square priced from $800. Silver Spring Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here are the most affordable Forest Glen apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,265 |
| Alexander House at Elizabeth Square | 0B | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
| Woodside Place | A02mm North Workforce65 Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,307 |
| Arrive Silver Spring | Frederick | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Twin Towers | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,352 |
| The Leggett - Apartments for Seniors 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Croydon Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Glen, MD
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Glen area is the $1.46 price per square foot 2929 Stanton Ave Model at 2929 Stanton Ave, Unit Basement in the in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Forest Glen apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at The Residences at Forest Glen starting at $1,451 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Glen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2929 Stanton Ave, Unit Basement | 2929 Stanton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Residences at Forest Glen | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Thayer Terrace | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Blair Towns | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Courts of Madison | 2F | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Silver Spring House | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Twin Towers | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Silver Spring Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Glen Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Glen?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Glen is under $1,410.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Glen?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Glen is Bracken Square which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Forest Glen costs $3,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Glen?
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 76 regular apartments in Forest Glen 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 Glen?
Cheap apartments in Forest Glen have an average cost of $233 which is $3,067 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Glen.
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