Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $700 (21 Rentals)

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Afton House Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Afton House Apartments

5139-5148 Elder AveCharlotte, NC 28205
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Glen Cove
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Cove

6000 Pineburr RdCharlotte, NC 28211
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Sharon Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Oaks Apartments

4701 Arching Oak LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Crown Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crown Court

9283 Nolley CtCharlotte, NC 28270
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Parkwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood

7108 Wallace RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Rise Blue Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Blue Ridge

7200 Wallace RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Galleria Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Galleria Village

1815 Galleria Club LnCharlotte, NC 28270
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Stonehaven East
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehaven East

7000 Fernwood DrCharlotte, NC 28211
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East Forest, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Forest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Forest area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Safire at Matthews priced from $949. The Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $958. Here are the most affordable East Forest apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Safire at Matthews1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$949
The PinesThe Randolph-Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$958
Arcadian Village1.1 Flat1BR,1BA$1,015
Avana MatthewsA11BR,1BA$1,088
59Twenty @ Monroe1 x 1 Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Forest, NC

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Forest area is the $1.15 price per square foot 7400 Middlebury Pl Model at 7400 Middlebury Pl in the in the Farm Pond neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value East Forest apartment is the 6518 Idlebrook Dr Model at 6518 Idlebrook Dr starting at $1,645 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Farm Pond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7400 Middlebury Pl7400 Middlebury Pl4BR,3BA$1.15
6518 Idlebrook Dr6518 Idlebrook Dr3BR,1.5BA$1.20
Allora Wallace ParkB22BR,2BA$1.38
6825 Shiloh Ridge Ln6825 Shiloh Ridge Ln3BR,2BA$1.41
1350 Maple Shade Lane1350 Maple Shade Lane2BR,2.5BA$1.50
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Courtyard TownhomesSavannah2BR,2.5BA$1.32
Greylyn EstatesB2C2BR,2BA$1.54
Avana MatthewsA11BR,1BA$1.50
Arcadian Village1.1 Flat1BR,1BA$1.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Forest, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #112

Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East Forest Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Forest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Forest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Forest is at M Station listed at $1,272.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Forest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Forest Apartment is $949 at Safire at Matthews.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Forest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Forest is starting from $1,173 at Parkwood.

What is the most affordable East Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forester and starts from $1,550.

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