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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

3501 Forest Haven Dr, Richmond, VA 23234, USA|Cottrell Farms
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Management

Franklin Group Companies

Leasing office

(844) 311-4368 ext. 5961

By Appointment Only 

Property Overview

Forest Creek SR receives a strong overall rating of 8.3, highlighting its appeal as a rental property with an excellent balance between price and value, rated 10 out of 10. The location offers convenient access to public transport and amenities, rated 9 and 8 out of 10, respectively, enhancing the living experience. Additionally, the property has demonstrated transparency and reliability, reflected in its trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10, alongside proximity to essential services like grocery stores.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Forest Creek SR is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Creek SR has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath875 sqft$1,489 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Forest Creek SR

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$450

Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,489

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

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Building details

Property details

Units94
Lease terms12 months
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About Forest Creek SR

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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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Forest Creek SR is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Creek SR has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Forest Creek SR
Price·10A 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.
Forest Creek SR offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Forest Creek SR is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Forest Creek SR 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 Forest Creek SR does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Forest Creek SR provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 Forest Creek SR compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 95 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Cottrell Farms

2-bedroom apartments at Forest Creek SR cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Richmond.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Richmond
A table of studio rental data trends in Richmond
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,254
December 2023$1,237
January 2024$1,248
February 2024$1,239
March 2024$1,216
April 2024$1,238
May 2024$1,265
June 2024$1,253
July 2024$1,256
August 2024$1,246
September 2024$1,241
October 2024$1,284
November 2024$1,297
December 2024$1,320
January 2025$1,303
February 2025$1,288
March 2025$1,268
April 2025$1,255
May 2025$1,248
June 2025$1,270
July 2025$1,250
August 2025$1,252
September 2025$1,284
October 2025$1,294

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3501 Forest Haven Dr?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,520/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,520 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,488.
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Schools near Forest Creek SR

J.L. Francis Elementary School

5146 snead rd

richmond, VA, 23224

PK, K-5Public
C-

Amelia Street School

1821 amelia st

richmond, VA, 23220

PK, K-12Public

Maymont Pre-K Center

1211 s allen ave

richmond, VA, 23220

PKPublic
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Getting around Richmond near 3501 Forest Haven Dr

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 3501 Forest Haven Dr, Richmond

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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