Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (32 Rentals)

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Glen Cove
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Cove

6000 Pineburr RdCharlotte, NC 28211
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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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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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Rise Blue Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Blue Ridge

7200 Wallace RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Parkwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood

7108 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. Arcadian Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,020. 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
Arcadian Village1.1 Flat1BR,1BA$1,020
Rise Blue RidgeA11BR,1BA$1,050
Park 2300Campbell Creek1BR,1BA$1,056
59Twenty @ Monroe1 x 1 Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100
Waterford CreekA1 | Classic1BR,1BA$1,112
Forest at Chasewood11AZ1BR,1BA$1,113
ForesterA11BR,1BA$1,115
Parkwood22Z2BR,2BA$1,173
Greylyn EstatesA1B1BR,1BA$1,215

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Forest, NC

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Forest area is the $1.35 price per square foot Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Townhomes in the in the Stonehaven neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value East Forest apartment is the 1350 Maple Shade Lane Model at 1350 Maple Shade Lane starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Stonehaven 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.
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
1350 Maple Shade Lane1350 Maple Shade Lane2BR,2.5BA$1.50
Creekridge on the ParkThree Bedroom - 3B3BR,2BA$1.34
Courtyard TownhomesSavannah2BR,2.5BA$1.30
Park at Ferentino2x22BR,2BA$1.50
The PinesThe Providence-Newly Renovated2BR,2BA$1.34
Parkwood22D2BR,2BA$1.29
Enclave at OakhurstB22BR,1.5BA$1.42
ForesterA11BR,1BA$1.56
Arcadian Village1.1 Flat1BR,1BA$1.51

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Forest, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #107

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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East Forest, Charlotte, NC

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Forest Apartments

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 Creekridge on the Park and starts from $1,610.

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