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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Washer and dryer hook up
  • With washer and dryer hook up
  • On site laundry room

Location

2231 Forest Lake Drive, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401, United States
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Management

Beeker Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 326-3453 ext. 4091

Property Overview

2231 Forest Lake Dr presents a well-rated rental opportunity with a Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its strong value and amenities. The property features hardwood floors, washer and dryer hookups, and access to an on-site laundry room, contributing to its overall livability. With competitive pricing and an appealing location near top-rated schools, it offers renters an excellent balance of quality and convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 2231 Forest Lake Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2231 Forest Lake Dr has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

Tuscaloosa, AL - Multi-Family - $600.001 bed1 bath420 sqft$525–$600 /mo3 units available
Tuscaloosa, AL - Multi-Family - $750.002 bed2 bath950 sqft$750 /mo1 unit availableThis is a great 2 bedroom 2 bath on the bottom floor with Washer and Dryer hook up! It has hardwood floors throughout!

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Amenities for 2231 Forest Lake Dr

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit Laundry

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Swimming Pool
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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 2231 Forest Lake Dr

HomeApartments in Tuscaloosa 2231 Forest Lake Dr

Forest Lake Apartments is an apartment community with a pool and on site laundry room! Small 1 bed 1 bath units, large 1 bed 1 bath units with washer and dryer hook up, and 2 bed 2 bath units with washer and dryer hook up.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 2231 Forest Lake Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2231 Forest Lake Dr has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 2231 Forest Lake Dr
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 2231 Forest Lake Dr is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
2231 Forest Lake Dr goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2231 Forest Lake Dr receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2231 Forest Lake Dr is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 2231 Forest Lake Dr does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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Apr 25, 2023

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Mar 26, 2019

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Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 2231 Forest Lake Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 137 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Tuscaloosa

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 45% lower than 1-bedrooms in Tuscaloosa.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2231 Forest Lake Dr to be 39% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Tuscaloosa.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Tuscaloosa
A table of studio rental data trends in Tuscaloosa
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,518
January 2024$1,534
February 2024$1,542
March 2024$1,539
April 2024$1,506
May 2024$1,218
June 2024$1,403
July 2024$1,460
August 2024$1,339
September 2024$1,487
October 2024$1,456
November 2024$1,577
December 2024$1,171
January 2025$853
February 2025$525
March 2025$942
April 2025$1,139
May 2025$565
June 2025$1,264
July 2025$1,390
August 2025$525
September 2025$1,439
October 2025$1,139
November 2025$787

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$21,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $21,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $525.
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Schools near 2231 Forest Lake Dr

University Place Elementary School

2000 first ave

tuscaloosa, AL, 35401

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Tuscaloosa near 2231 Forest Lake Drive

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 2231 Forest Lake Drive, Tuscaloosa

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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