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801 Smokey Wood Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 453-8790
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The Forest Apartments

801 Smokey Wood Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 453-8790
The Forest Apartments in Pittsburgh, PA - Building Photo

About The Forest Apartments

The Forest Apartments are conveniently located to Universities, Downtown Pittsburgh and public transportation. The 3-story, garden-style buildings are all brick and cement in construction. Enjoy a quiet morning sipping coffee on your private balcony or patio. The Forest provides hassle-free living with on-site staff who take care of all the snow removal and maintenance. The spacious floor plans have natural light and boast ample closet space plus additional storage rooms. Call us today to schedule an appointment and make our beautiful community your home! The Forest is located in Swissvale PA. Other cities and neighborhoods include Turtle Creek, Elizabeth, North Versailles, Murrysville, White Oak, Greensburg, Forest Hills, Wilkinsburg, Monroeville, McKeesport, Trafford, Irwin, Delmont, Penn Hills and Holiday Park. Drive to Downtown Pittsburgh and enjoy restaurants and shopping in Squirrel Hill, Shadyside, Oakland, The Waterfront, Homestead, Carson Street, Southside Flats and the Cultural District of Pittsburgh. Take in a Ball game at PNC Park, Heinz Field or Console Energy Center. Center Grove is in close proximity to UPMC in Monroeville, Forbes Hospital and Excela Health Medical Facilities. We are close to CCAC, Penn State and Triangle Tech. Call Today to learn more..

The Forest Apartments is located in the Swissvale Neighborhood and 15218 Zip code of Pittsburgh, PA. This community is professionally managed by Brandywine Communities

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Additional Storage Rooms
  • Ample On-Site Parking
  • Close to Shopping and Dining
  • Large Closets
  • Laundry Facilities in Each Building
  • On-site maintenance
  • Private Balconies & Patios
  • Spacious Floorplans

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Forest Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments having 734–1,054 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 734-900 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $815UnavailableOne Bedroom734-900 sq ft$780

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $815 - $830

    Deposit

    • $780 deposit
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Two Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1014-1054 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $920UnavailableTwo Bedroom1014-1054 sq ft$885

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $920

    Deposit

    • $885 deposit
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Call us at: (412) 453-8790 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

  • 198 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1982

Lease Terms

  • 12 months

Utilities Included

  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Water

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • 1 Pet Limit
  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Surface

  • 1 Space.

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $25 Application Fee

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Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Additional Storage Rooms
  • Ample On-Site Parking
  • Close to Shopping and Dining
  • Large Closets
  • Laundry Facilities in Each Building
  • On-site maintenance
  • Private Balconies & Patios
  • Spacious Floorplans

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Waterfront
  • Picnic Area
  • Patio

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Storage Space
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Carpet
  • Dining Room
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801 Smokey Wood Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15218

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:30 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayBy Appointment

Getting Around

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about The Forest Apartments

Where is The Forest Apartments located?

The Forest Apartments is located at 801 Smokey Wood Dr near the Swissvale area of Pittsburgh, PA

What is the current rent range at The Forest Apartments?

Call us today for rates on the 1 Bedroom to 2 options at The Forest Apartments

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Forest Apartments are
  • Monday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday By Appointment

Are pets allowed?

Cats are allowed at The Forest Apartments. To find out more info the policy regarding pets call us today!

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Forest Apartments Apartments are 38.35% cheaper than the average apartment in the Swissvale area, and 56.15% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Swissvale Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$815$1,291-$476-36.9%
    2 Bedroom$920$1,529-$609-39.8%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Pittsburgh

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$815$1,810-$995-55.0%
    2 Bedroom$920$2,153-$1,233-57.3%

    Methodology: On 01/10/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 94 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Forest Apartments (Swissvale), and 2233 other apartment communities in Pittsburgh using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 01/10/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0
3 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • MOLD ISSUE

    November 6, 2022
    MOLD ISSUES. Overall my experience at the forest was fine (good location, affordable, no maintenance issues) until I noticed my patio room wall was covered in black mold. Maintenance came and locked me out of the patio and never returned my call, I began noticing mold in the air vents and items in my apartment were getting moldy quickly. After finally getting my call answered by the property manager (extremely hard to get a response from for any reason) I was told that most apartments on the ...
    bottom level have mold issues due to being partially underground, they are very aware this is an issue and are not doing anything about it. When I moved out my bed had mold on the mattress and had to be thrown out, so many of my items were covered in mold and smelled of mildew. I’m a clean person and even bought a dehumidifier early on. I can’t believe managements poor handling of this situation, and that they are aware it’s an issue and aren’t making lasting fixes. I was allowed out of my lease early but the stress and frustration of this situation was so unnecessary. If this is something concerning to you please avoid living here!
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  • Best Place I've Ever Lived

    May 6, 2022
    I love living here. I've been at the Forest for a year and re-signed my lease for another year. My building has someone who has been living here for 20 years and someone who has been living here for 30 years. The property is beautiful and well-maintained. The units are also well-maintained. It's quiet and safe and the setting does feel forest like. Maintenance is always fast and efficient. Bekki, the property manager is amazing. There are 200 units and only one of her and she makes sure that ...
    each unit is maintained and everything works as it should. There's usually a waiting list for units, but if you think you're moving within a year or even two, put your name on the list now so you might luck out and be able to get in. It's worth it.
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  • Live Among the Trees at The Forest Apartments

    July 27, 2015
    At The Forest Apartments, you have the best of both worlds. Experience peace and quiet with views of pine trees and wildlife, minutes from shopping and restaurants, while still in a beautiful residential area. The complex is meticulously cared for. The property is groomed weekly. The buildings are well taken care of with spotless laundry rooms and well lit parking lots. Minutes from the parkway, you can head west and be in downtown Pittsburgh in ten minutes or head east and be in Monroeville ...
    where shopping is endless. The Forest Apartments are affordable and feel like home with private balconies and tree-lined buildings. Get to know your neighbors in a quiet setting. Parking is more than adequate and management is a pleasure to work with. Take a look at the units here, and you won't look anywhere else.
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Nearby Schools

Woodland Hills Senior High School

Woodland Hills
2550 Greensburg Pike
Public School - Grades 9-12 (949 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
3/10
School data provided by GreatSchools.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Forest Apartments.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

117 Sandusky St
14 minute drive / 6.8 miles away
10 Children's Way - Allegheny Square
15 minute drive / 7.4 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Target
360 E Waterfront Dr
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away
Walgreen's
7628 Penn Ave
5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
Walgreens
133 W 8th Ave
4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Woodland Road
6 minute drive / 3.1 miles away
5000 Forbes Ave
8 minute drive / 3.9 miles away
4200 Fifth Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.5 miles away

Groceries

Save-A-Lot
725 Ross Ave
4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
Giant Eagle
1901 Murray Ave
5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away
Aldi
5200 Penn Ave
9 minute drive / 4.3 miles away

Hospitals

Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital
225 Penn Avenue 2nd Floor
5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
Children's Home Of Pittsburgh
5324 Penn Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.3 miles away
Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
300 Halket Street
9 minute drive / 4.5 miles away

Parks and Recreation

1 Schenley Park Pittsburgh
8 minute drive / 4.1 miles away
7340 Butler Street
10 minute drive / 4.8 miles away
350 West Station Square Drive
14 minute drive / 6.9 miles away

The Forest Apartments has 3 parks within 6.8 miles, including Phipps Conservatory, The Pittsburgh Zoo, and Gateway Clippers.

Shopping Centers

7400-7406 Church St
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
1775 S Braddock Ave
1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
E 8th Ave
4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away

The Forest Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Transit Stations

1040 Arlington Ave
12 minute drive / 5.9 miles away
576 Behring St
12 minute drive / 6.0 miles away
1189 Arlington Ave
13 minute drive / 6.1 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Pittsburgh Studio Apartments $1,630$560$4,988
Pittsburgh 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,810$500$6,938
Pittsburgh 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,153$630$10,000+
Pittsburgh 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,150$745$7,679
Pittsburgh 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,744$1,350$9,250

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