
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hills Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,100 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Hills area of Washington.


3003 Van Ness

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2939 Van Ness St NW

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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 | $1,655 | $1,100 | $2,360 |
| Forest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $1,606 | $2,790 |
| Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $1,850 | $3,792 |
| Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,809 | $3,800 | $6,238 |
| Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 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 3003 Van Ness priced from $1,409. 3801 Connecticut Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,432. Here are the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3003 Van Ness | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
| 3801 Connecticut Avenue | Studio - S1G | Studio,1BA | $1,432 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,478 |
| The Rodman Apartments | Renovated Studio 07 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Tilden Hall Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, DC
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $2.57 price per square foot 2 Bed-2 Bath -1150 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,950. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandywine Apartments | 2 Bed-2 Bath -1150 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Connecticut House Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 13 Tier | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Avalon The Albemarle | 818 | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 3032 Rodman Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Park Connecticut | 1 Bedroom E | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| 3003 Van Ness | Studio C | Studio ,1BA | $2.67 |
| 3801 Connecticut Avenue | Studio - S1L | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
| Connecticut Heights | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Ellicott House | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.56 |
| Clarence House | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
Getting Around the Forest Hills Neighborhood in Washington, DC
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Hills is at 3003 Van Ness listed at $1,409.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hills Apartment is $1,606 at 3003 Van Ness.
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 $2,400 at Connecticut Heights.
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