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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Generous living space
  • Open green areas
  • Welcoming neighborhood feel
  • Shared outdoor spaces
  • Relaxed setting

Location

402 E Montcastle Dr, Greensboro, NC 27406, USA|Woodlea Lakes
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Management

Rushmore Management

Leasing office

(844) 326-3453 ext. 2463

Open 

8:30 am–5:30 pm ET

Property Overview

The Forest Apartments delivers strong overall quality with an expert rating of 8.5/10, highlighted by top-tier amenities (10/10), a highly convenient location (9/10), and a trustworthy, detailed listing (8/10). Generous living space, shared outdoor and open green areas, and a relaxed, welcoming neighborhood feel combine with excellent value (9/10 price rating, strong value per square foot, nearby grocery options, and extensive photos) to make it a compelling option for renters. It is especially appealing for pet owners and remote workers, given its outdoor spaces, quiet environment, and high-speed internet.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Forest Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Forest Apartments 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

  • More space
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR - 1BTH1 bed1 bath620+ sqft$950 /mo3 units available
2BR - 2BTH2 bed2 bath1,017 sqft$1,100 /mo3 units available
2BR - 2BTH DLX2 bed2 bath1,134+ sqft$1,150 /mo2 units available
3BR - 2BTH3 bed2 bath1,156 sqft$1,300 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Forest Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCentral Heat
HeatingPrivate Balcony
Private PatioWalk-in Closet
Window Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
RangeRefrigerator

Tech

Cable or Satellite AccessHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Smoke Free Community & BuildingsSmoke-free

Grounds

Basketball CourtsOutdoor Space
Playground

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package Service

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

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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

Application Fee (Per Applicant)

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$50

REQUIRED FEES

Administrative Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$150

Security Deposit

One-time.

$300

Trash Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$7

Utility - Service Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$20.89

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Cat $300 deposit, $150 for additional pet.

$15

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$0

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Dog $300 deposit, $150 for additional pet.

$15

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$0

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Year built1972
Units107
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About The Forest Apartments

HomeApartments in Greensboro The Forest Apartments

The Forest Apartments offers a calm residential setting designed for everyday ease and long-term comfort. With 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartment homes, the community blends generous living space with practical features and a welcoming neighborhood feel. Open green areas and shared outdoor spaces create a setting that feels grounded, relaxed, and easy to enjoy.


Year Built: 1972

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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Forest Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Forest Apartments 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 The Forest Apartments
Price·9A 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.
The Forest Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
The Forest Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Forest Apartments 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 The Forest Apartments 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.

The Forest Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 3 office supply stores within 1 mile

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 The Forest Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 98 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away

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Rent trends in Woodlea Lakes

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Greensboro.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Forest Apartments to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Greensboro.

3-bedroom apartments at The Forest Apartments cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Greensboro.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Greensboro
A table of studio rental data trends in Greensboro
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$948
July 2024$954
August 2024$930
September 2024$935
October 2024$941
November 2024$943
December 2024$916
January 2025$910
February 2025$899
March 2025$899
April 2025$922
May 2025$911
June 2025$899
July 2025$898
August 2025$922
September 2025$962
October 2025$929
November 2025$914
December 2025$891
January 2026$980
February 2026$993
March 2026$987
April 2026$944
May 2026$946

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Can I afford to live at 402 E Montcastle Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near The Forest Apartments

Vandalia Elementary School

407 east vandalia rd

greensboro, NC, 27406

PK, K-5Public
C

Guilford Elearning University Prep

2200-b ontario st

greensboro, NC, 27403

K-8Public
C+

Herbin-Metz Education Center

400 o' ferrell st

greensboro, NC, 27405

K-8Public

Gateway Education Center

3205 east wendover aveune

greensboro, NC, 27405

PK, K-12Public

Haynes-Inman Education Center

200 haynes rd

jamestown, NC, 27282

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Woodlea Lakes | Greensboro, NC

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

Getting around Greensboro near 402 E Montcastle Dr

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
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 402 E Montcastle Dr, Greensboro

Groceries

0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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