
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Forest Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $700 (23 Rentals)
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East Forest, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Forest Studio Apartments | $1,274 | $1,150 | $1,570 |
East Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $935 | $5,202 |
East Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $1,245 | $2,594 |
East Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $1,610 | $5,061 |
East Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,188 | $1,824 | $2,595 |
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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 $1,035. Here are the most affordable East Forest apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Safire at Matthews | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Arcadian Village | 1.1 Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
Rise Blue Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Park 2300 | Campbell Creek | 1BR,1BA | $1,056 |
59Twenty @ Monroe | 1 x 1 Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Forest, NC
As of May 01, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Crown Point Townhomes | Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
1350 Maple Shade Lane | 1350 Maple Shade Lane | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
Creekridge on the Park | Two Bedroom - 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Courtyard Townhomes | Savannah | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
Park at Ferentino | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
The Pines | The Providence-Newly Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
Parkwood | 22Z | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Enclave at Oakhurst | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
Avana Matthews | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Arcadian Village | 1.1 Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Forest, Charlotte, NC
Ranked #109
Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Forest, Charlotte, NC
Greenway Park Elementary
East Mecklenburg High
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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
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Forest?
The cheapest apartment in East Forest is Safire at Matthews which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in East Forest costs $2,167.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Forest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in East Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Forest?
Cheap apartments in East Forest have an average cost of $724 which is $1,443 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Forest.
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