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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

8850 Fair Oaks Xing, Dallas, TX 75243, USA
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Management

CAF Management

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Leasing office

(817) 553-0728

Open 

Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Forest Ridge stands out with a strong overall rating, excellent price and location scores, and a verified level of quality that suggests solid value and transparency. It also offers useful photo coverage and ranks well for value for money, while nearby middle and high schools are within about a mile.

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

9.5
Excellent
Forest Ridge is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

A11 bed1 bath550 sqft$722–$900 /mo6 units available
A21 bed1 bath704 sqft$804–$950 /mo8 units available
B12 bed1 bath832 sqft$1,112–$1,125 /mo9 units available
B22 bed2 bath942 sqft$1,282–$1,390 /mo3 units available
A31 bed1 bath799 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon
C13 bed2 bath1,085 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Forest Ridge

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. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$25

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$400

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$200

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$25

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$400

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$200

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Building details

Property details

Year built1979
Units158
Lease terms6–13 months
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About Forest Ridge

HomeApartments in Dallas Forest Ridge

Forest Ridge cost $722–$1,390 per month. Located at 8850 Fair Oaks Xing, Dallas, TX 75243, USA, Forest Ridge has 1 — 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in Dallas, renting an apartment at Forest Ridge is 44% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Dallas include but are not limited to: 4209 Mckinney Ave, 9901 Scyene Rd, 2110 N Peak St, 900 Frances Way


Year Built: 1979

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.
9.5
/10
Excellent
Forest Ridge is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Forest Ridge
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 Ridge 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 Ridge 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Forest Ridge offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Forest Ridge has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Forest Ridge.
Trustworthiness·9A 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 Ridge has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

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 Ridge compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Dallas

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 39% lower than 1-bedrooms in Dallas.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Forest Ridge to be 34% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Dallas.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Dallas
A table of studio rental data trends in Dallas
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,392
September 2024$1,375
October 2024$1,391
November 2024$1,429
December 2024$1,398
January 2025$1,394
February 2025$1,408
March 2025$1,399
April 2025$1,388
May 2025$1,371
June 2025$1,359
July 2025$1,344
August 2025$1,361
September 2025$1,404
October 2025$1,392
November 2025$1,391
December 2025$1,381
January 2026$1,382
February 2026$1,391
March 2026$1,333
April 2026$1,354
May 2026$1,229
June 2026$1,149
July 2026$1,137
August 2026$1,150

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Can I afford to live at 8850 Fair Oaks Xing?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$30,520/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,520 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $763.
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Schools near Forest Ridge

Skyview Elementary School

9229 meadowknoll dr

dallas, TX, 75243

PK, K-6Public
B-

West Garland Head Start

3709 west walnut

garland, TX, 75042

PKPublic

Thurgood Marshall Student Success Academy

9666 ferris branch blvd.

dallas, TX, 75243

2-12Public

Downtown Montessori

1901 main st

dallas, TX, 75201

PK, K-4Public
B

West Dallas Area

9400 n central expy

dallas, TX, 75231

PK, K-8Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Dallas near 8850 Fair Oaks Xing

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 8850 Fair Oaks Xing, Dallas

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some 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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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