
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hills Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,100 (20 Rentals)
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The Chesapeake

Connecticut Heights

4600 Connecticut Ave NW

3003 Van Ness

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Ellicott House

4801 Connecticut Avenue Apartments

Sedgwick Gardens Apartments

2939 Van Ness St NW, Unit 945

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 717

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3032 Rodman Street

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit #725

The Rodman Apartments

The Albemarle

Tilden Hall Apartments

Van Ness East
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3701 Connecticut Ave NW

4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 215
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 | $1,672 | $1,100 | $2,256 |
| Forest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,097 | $1,276 | $3,310 |
| Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,931 | $1,850 | $4,360 |
| Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,999 | $3,800 | $4,199 |
| Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 20 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 The Chesapeake priced from $1,285. 3801 Connecticut Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,466. Here are the most affordable Forest Hills apartments for rent in Washington, DC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| 3801 Connecticut Avenue | Studio - S1H | Studio,1BA | $1,466 |
| Connecticut Heights | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,478 |
| Clarence House | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Ellicott House | S | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, DC
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hills area is the $2.71 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - 06 Tier Model at Connecticut House Apartments in the in the Northwest Washington neighborhood starting from $2,989. The second greatest value Forest Hills apartment is the 2948 Albemarle St NW Model at 2948 Albemarle St NW, Unit 1 starting at $3,100 with a $2.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut House Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 06 Tier | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| 2948 Albemarle St NW, Unit 1 | 2948 Albemarle St NW | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Frontenac | 2 Bedroom A 12 Tier | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 1 Bed-1 Bath -825 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| AVA Van Ness | 765sqft_T16_T19 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Rodman Apartments | 1 Bedroom 05 Tier | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 3003 Van Ness | Studio C | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
| Ellicott House | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| Clarence House | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $3.21 |
| The Chesapeake | Studio 12 | Studio ,1BA | $3.21 |
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 $1,825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Hills is Connecticut Heights which is listed at $1,725, 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 14 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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