
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Heights Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL from $400 (45 Rentals)
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1522 High Rd

1524 High Rd

786 Timberwood Cir E, Unit Down Stairs, Unit Down Stairs

1329 Nylic St, Unit 2A

2195 Timberwood Cir N, Unit A, Unit A

Acasa Ocala

2199 Timberwood Cir N, Unit Bedroom C, Unit Bedroom C

757 California St
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1329 Nylic St, Unit 1A1

873 Campus Cir

1327 Hancock St

1339 Hancock St

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1329 Nylic St

1329 Nylic St, Unit 1A1

1337 Hancock St

1329 Nylic St
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1323 Hancock St

1343 Hancock St

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Acasa High

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Aspen Run I and II

1848 W Tharpe St

217 Columbia Dr

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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 | $954 | $699 | $1,725 |
| Forest Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $700 | $1,843 |
| Forest Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $765 | $1,818 |
| Forest Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $589 | $3,682 |
| Forest Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $469 | $4,637 |
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There are currently 45 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 |
| The Preserve At San Luis | 3/3 Upgrade | 3BR,3BA | $794 |
| Campus Walk | 1-1w | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| ReNew Tallahassee | 2-2 Adobe Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $849 |
| Acasa High | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Acasa Ocala | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Shadow Ridge | One Bed One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Aspen Run I and II | Aspen II Live Oak | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| Bryn Mawr Apartments | 1/1 Units | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, FL
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $0.48 price per square foot 4x4 - D2 Model at Forum Tallahassee in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $720. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the 3/3 Upgrade Model at The Preserve At San Luis starting at $794 with a $0.53 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forum Tallahassee | 4x4 - D2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.48 |
| The Preserve At San Luis | 3/3 Upgrade | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.53 |
| Polo Club Tallahassee | 3-3thq | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| The Social Seminole | Osceola Furnished | 4BR,2BA | $0.39 |
| Whitehall Apartments | by the bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.62 |
| Acasa Ocala | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Aspen Run I and II | Aspen Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Campus West | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| ReNew Tallahassee | 2-2 Adobe Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Acasa High | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $805, while the average apartment in Forest Heights costs $14,469.
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 130 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 $760 which is $13,709 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Heights.
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