
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hills Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,300 (17 Rentals)
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The Chesapeake

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2939 Van Ness St NW

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Van Ness East

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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 | $1,657 | $1,350 | $2,376 |
| Forest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $1,549 | $2,997 |
| Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,830 | $1,850 | $3,805 |
| Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,880 | $3,800 | $6,671 |
| 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 4107 Connecticut Avenue priced from $1,350. Connecticut Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,388. Here are the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4107 Connecticut Avenue | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,388 |
| Ellicott House | S2x | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Rodman Apartments | Renovated Studio 07 Tier | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, DC
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $2.49 price per square foot 2 Bed-2 Bath -1125 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,799. The second greatest value Forest Hills apartment is the B1 Model at Ellicott House starting at $3,113 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the North Cleveland Park 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 -1125 | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Ellicott House | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| Connecticut House Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 13 Tier | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Park Connecticut | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| 3003 Van Ness | Studio D | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Frontenac | Studio A 03 Tier | Studio ,1BA | $3.21 |
| Clarence House | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
| 3801 Connecticut Avenue | Studio - S1B | Studio ,1BA | $3.45 |
| 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 a cheap apartment in Forest Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Hills is under $1,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Hills is Ellicott House which is listed at $1,549, while the average apartment in Forest Hills costs $5,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Hills?
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 23 regular apartments in Forest Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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