
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hills Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,100 (17 Rentals)
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Ellicott House

Connecticut Heights

The Chesapeake

Sedgwick Gardens Apartments
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4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

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Clarence House

3003 Van Ness

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The Frontenac

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 517, Unit 517
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3032 Rodman Street

The Rodman Apartments

4600 Connecticut Ave NW

The Albemarle

Tilden Hall Apartments
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Van Ness East

3701 Connecticut Ave NW
Forest Hills, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills Studio Apartments | $1,689 | $1,100 | $2,323 |
| Forest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,034 | $1,635 | $2,950 |
| Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $1,850 | $3,874 |
| Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Hills Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Cheapest Available Forest Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hills area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at Ellicott House priced from $1,439. The Rodman Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellicott House | S | Studio,1BA | $1,439 |
| The Rodman Apartments | Renovated Studio 07 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $1,488 |
| 3801 Connecticut Avenue | Studio - S1I | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, DC
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $3.26 price per square foot B1 Model at Ellicott House in the in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood starting from $3,099. The second greatest value Forest Hills apartment is the 1 Bedroom - 13 Tier Model at Connecticut House Apartments starting at $2,280 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Northwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellicott House | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Connecticut House Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 13 Tier | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 3032 Rodman Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 1 Bed-1 Bath -800 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 3003 Van Ness | Studio D | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
| 3801 Connecticut Avenue | Studio - S1N | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
| The Frontenac | Studio E 14 Tier | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
| Clarence House | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
| 4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Hills is at Ellicott House listed at $1,439.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment is $1,635 at Connecticut Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Hills is starting from $2,330 at Connecticut Heights.
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