
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Heights Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Forest Heights, Tallahassee, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Heights Studio Apartments | $994 | $699 | $1,750 |
| Forest Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $700 | $1,850 |
| Forest Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $599 | $2,795 |
| Forest Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $549 | $5,255 |
| Forest Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $970 | $450 | $4,294 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Forest Heights Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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Cheapest Available Forest Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Heights area of Tallahassee, FL is a Studio unit found at The Social Seminole priced from $699. GrandMarc at Tallahassee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Forest Heights apartments for rent in Tallahassee, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Social Seminole | Hovi Studio Upgraded Furnished | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| GrandMarc at Tallahassee | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $749 |
| Shadow Ridge | Studio S | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Campus Walk | 1-1w | 1BR,1BA | $848 |
| ReNew Tallahassee | 2-2 Adobe Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $879 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, FL
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $0.41 price per square foot Renegade Furnished Model at The Social Seminole in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $649. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the 4x4 - D2 Model at Forum Tallahassee starting at $760 with a $0.50 price per square foot in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Social Seminole | Renegade Furnished | 4BR,4BA | $0.41 |
| Forum Tallahassee | 4x4 - D2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.50 |
| The Preserve At San Luis | 3/3 with Wood-Style Flooring | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.47 |
| Polo Club Tallahassee | 3-3thq | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| The Capitol | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.67 |
| Hillwood Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Full Bath Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| GrandMarc at Tallahassee | B2-Prem | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Aspen Run I and II | Aspen Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| ReNew Tallahassee | 2-2 Adobe Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Campus West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Heights, Tallahassee, FL
Ranked #66
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Tallahassee, FL. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Forest Heights Neighborhood in Tallahassee, FL
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Heights is Campus Walk which is listed at $848, while the average apartment in Forest Heights costs $12,721.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Heights?
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 150 regular apartments in Forest Heights 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 Heights?
Cheap apartments in Forest Heights have an average cost of $734 which is $11,987 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Heights.
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