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Forest City, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Forest City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Forest City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,437 | $725 | $2,700 |
Forest City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,321 | $1,000 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Forest City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest City, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $400. Heartland Senior Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $437. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
Heartland Senior Housing | 1BD/BA | 1BR,1BA | $437 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest City, IA and Nearby
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest City area is the $0.79 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments in the starting from $907. The second greatest value Forest City apartment is the 1BR1BAb Model at Phillips Luxury Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
Phillips Luxury Apartments | 1BR1BAb | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
CityView Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 03 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Heartland Senior Housing | 1BD/BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest City
What type of rentals are currently available in Forest City?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Forest City, IA with pricing that ranges from $388 to $2,546. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest City ranging from $575 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest City ranges from $575 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,182.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.