Cheap Homes for Rent in Forest Hills Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,500 (3 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, DC

As of April 27, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ellicott HouseB12BR,2BA$3.26
Connecticut House Apartments1 Bedroom - 13 Tier1BR,1BA$2.59
Brandywine Apartments1 Bed-1 Bath -8001BR,1BA$2.56
3003 Van NessStudio DStudio ,1BA$2.87
3801 Connecticut AvenueStudio - S1NStudio ,1BA$3.35
The FrontenacStudio E 14 TierStudio ,1BA$3.23
Clarence HouseStudio BStudio ,1BA$3.32
4801 Connecticut Avenue ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$3.58
The ChesapeakeStudio 12Studio ,1BA$3.75
Connecticut HeightsStudio AStudio ,1BA$3.70

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Hills?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Forest Hills, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $5,000. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Hills ranging from $1,500 to $8,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Hills?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Hills ranges from $1,500 to $8,300 with an average monthly rent of $4,041.

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