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Highlights
- Up-and-coming neighborhood
- Tiled floors in the kitchen
Location
Forest Park Ave, Springfield, MA 01108, USA|Forest Park
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Property Overview
Forest Park Ave. 17 has a strong overall score of 9.1, with excellent marks for price, amenities, location, and quality, plus solid trustworthiness. It offers good value for money and stands out with a 2-bedroom unit, on-street parking, green spaces, and owner-paid utilities.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| Forest Park Ave. 17 - 2 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,550 /mo |
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Amenities for Forest Park Ave. 17
Apartment Amenities
| Trash Included | Utilities/Sewer |
| Water |
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Policies and fees
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Building details
Property details
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About Forest Park Ave. 17
Cozy remodeled 2 bedroom located in an up-and-coming neighborhood. Tiled floors in the kitchen and hardwood floors throughout the bedrooms. This apartment will be a nice space to make your own.
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.
9.1
/10
ExcellentForest Park Ave. 17 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 Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
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 Park Ave. 17 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·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.
Forest Park Ave. 17 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Forest Park Ave. 17 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.
Forest Park Ave. 17 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·9A 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 Park Ave. 17 has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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 Park Ave. 17 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.
Forest Park Ave. 17 is great 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 Park Ave. 17 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in Forest Park
2-bedroom apartments at Forest Park Ave. 17 cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Forest Park.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Forest Park
Springfield
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,310 |
| August 2024 | $1,349 |
| September 2024 | $1,378 |
| October 2024 | $1,334 |
| November 2024 | $1,275 |
| December 2024 | $1,237 |
| January 2025 | $1,268 |
| February 2025 | $1,309 |
| March 2025 | $1,240 |
| April 2025 | $1,300 |
| May 2025 | $1,340 |
| June 2025 | $1,303 |
| July 2025 | $1,302 |
| August 2025 | $1,296 |
| September 2025 | $1,275 |
| October 2025 | $1,282 |
| November 2025 | $1,302 |
| December 2025 | $1,303 |
| January 2026 | $1,283 |
| February 2026 | $1,282 |
| March 2026 | $1,297 |
| April 2026 | $1,300 |
| May 2026 | $1,270 |
| June 2026 | $1,304 |
| July 2026 | $1,300 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,245 |
| August 2024 | $1,245 |
| December 2024 | $1,100 |
| January 2025 | $1,112 |
| February 2025 | $1,050 |
| March 2025 | $1,072 |
| April 2025 | $1,215 |
| May 2025 | $1,247 |
| June 2025 | $1,247 |
| July 2025 | $1,232 |
| August 2025 | $1,203 |
| September 2025 | $1,230 |
| October 2025 | $1,250 |
| November 2025 | $1,195 |
| December 2025 | $1,243 |
| January 2026 | $1,228 |
| February 2026 | $1,251 |
| March 2026 | $1,269 |
| April 2026 | $1,256 |
| May 2026 | $1,200 |
| June 2026 | $1,237 |
| July 2026 | $1,250 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$62,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,550.
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Schools near Forest Park Ave. 17
Sumner Avenue Elementary School
45 sumner ave
springfield, MA, 1108
PK, K-5Public
C
Early Childhood Education Center
15 catherine st
springfield, MA, 1109
PKPublic
Springfield International Academy at Johnson
55 catherine st
springfield, MA, 1109
3-5Public
Springfield Public Day Elementary School
34 nye st
springfield, MA, 1104
1-5Public
C
Margaret C. Ells School
319 cortland st
springfield, MA, 1109
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Forest Park | Springfield, MA
Getting around Springfield near Forest Park Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for Forest Park Ave, Springfield
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
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 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around Forest Park Ave
Tejada Gonzalez Market
21 Locust St
A C Produce Co
489 Main St
Food Zone International Supermarket
355 Belmont Ave
Fine Fresh Market
590 Main St
Interstate Mart
475 Sumner Ave
Boutique of Praise
157 Leyfred Ter
Family Dollar
292 Belmont Ave
Fajas Edge & Boutique
312 Belmont Ave
Belmont Laundry & Custom Dry Cleaners
333 Belmont Ave
Family Dollar
575 Main St
Dunkin'
805 Main St
Starbucks
1089 E Columbus Ave
Dunkin'
1211 E Columbus Ave
Dunkin'
568 Belmont Ave
Dunkin'
570 Sumner Ave
Ambrosia Lounge
143 Main St
Trespass
1251 River Rd
Plan b Springfield
1000 W Columbus Ave
Samuel's Sports Bar
1000 W Columbus Ave
Max's Tavern
1000 Hall Of Fame Ave
Maria Cake's
72 Locust St
La Fiorentina Pastry Shop-Springfield
883 Main St
Zonin's Meats Inc
883 Main St
Golden Garden Gourmet Co
494 Central St
Frigo Gourmet Foods
90 William St
Garfield Triangle
Emerson Wight Park
Stebbins Park
Pynchon Point
Oakland St. Park
Ambrosia Lounge
143 Main St
Crunchy Fried Chicken & Pizza
30 Fort Pleasant Ave
Dynasty
5 Locust St
McDonald's
360 Main St
Red Apple
10 Orange St
Fort Pleasant / Edgeland
Tripper 1 Helper Service, Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle
Fort Pleasant / Chase
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Fort Pleasant / Forest Park Avenue
Tripper 2 Helper Service, Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle, Tripper 1 Helper Service, Tripper 92 Helper Service
Fort Pleasant / Leete
Tripper 1 Helper Service, Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle
Fort Pleasant / Warner (1)
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