Cheap Homes for Rent in Van Ness Forest Hills Neighborhood of Washington, DC from $1,100 (13 Rentals)

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5315 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 502

5315 Connecticut Ave NW
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Cheapest Available Van Ness Forest Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Van Ness Forest Hills area of Washington, DC is a Studio unit found at The Roberta priced from $1,225. Chevy Chase Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Van Ness Forest Hills apartments for rent in Washington, DC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RobertaStudioStudio,1BA$1,225
Chevy Chase TowerStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
The ChesapeakeStudio 12Studio,1BA$1,285
The KenmoreStudio - S1CStudio,1BA$1,378
Connecticut HeightsStudio EStudio,1BA$1,458

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Ness Forest Hills, DC

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Van Ness 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 Van Ness Forest Hills apartment is the Renovated 2 Bedroom 06 Tier Model at The Rodman Apartments starting at $2,699 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Northwest Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Van Ness Forest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Connecticut House Apartments2 Bedroom - 06 Tier2BR,2BA$2.71
The Rodman ApartmentsRenovated 2 Bedroom 06 Tier2BR,1BA$2.57
2724-40 Porter StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Brandywine Apartments1 Bed-1 Bath -8251BR,1BA$2.48
Sulgrave Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.15
Quebec House Apartments1 Bedroom H1BR,1BA$2.71
Legation HouseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.69
3003 Van NessStudio CStudio ,1BA$2.70
5331 Nevada Ave NW, Unit English basement5331 Nevada Ave NW1BR,1BA$2.50
The RobertaStudioStudio ,1BA$2.58

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Van Ness Forest Hills, Washington, DC

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Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Van Ness Forest Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in Van Ness Forest Hills?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Van Ness Forest Hills, DC with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $5,000. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Van Ness Forest Hills ranging from $1,180 to $22,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Van Ness Forest Hills ranges from $1,180 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,461.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Van Ness Forest Hills?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Van Ness Forest Hills range from $3,800 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,500 to $7,025. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.

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