• Forest Gardens 972-238-7103 - Forest Gardens Apartments
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    Forest Gardens 972-238-7103 - Forest Gardens Apartments
  • Forest Gardens 972-238-7103 - Forest Gardens Apartments
    Forest Gardens 972-238-7103 - Forest Gardens Apartments

Forest Gardens Apartments

12203 Plano Rd, Dallas, TX 75243

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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,069 - $1,269

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 1.5 ba

  • Square Feet

    625 - 897 sq ft

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At Forest Gardens Apartments, you're not just renting a place to liveyou're becoming part of a vibrant community. Located at 12203 Plano Rd, our all-bills-paid apartments in Dallas offer excellent amenities to make living easy and enjoyable. With us, there is no need to stray far for your essentials. Settled in a thriving neighborhood, tenants have swift access to various local gems from entertainment and restaurants to shopping centers. Not to mention, our property is close to the city center and major freeways like I-635 and US-75, making commuting a breeze. From the individual features in each home to the shared facilities for all residents, discover the perks of our apartments in Lake Highlands, Dallas. We offer three phenomenal floor plans composed of one, two, and three-bedroom layouts, ranging from 625 to 1,052 square feet. Every single unit has modern finishes, including walk-in closets, air conditioning, and dishwashers, to enhance your comfort. The best part about our 75243 apartments? You won't worry about additional costs on top of rent. Moreover, we strive to make our residents feel at home the minute they enter our community. Tenants can engage in interactive events and enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds right outside their front door. And as a pet-friendly community, we welcome your furry pals and feature a courtyard where they can romp and play while you sit back and relax. Indulge in life's simple pleasures at Forest Gardens!Ready to make the move? Schedule a tour today and redefine your way of living!

Highlights

  • English and Spanish Speaking Staff
  • Yard
  • Pool
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Fenced Lot
  • Gated
  • Picnic Area
  • Property Manager on Site

Pricing & Floor Plans

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The Camelia
$1,069 – $1,099 1 Bed 1 Bath 625 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2094
    price $1,099
    square feet 625
    availibility Now
  • Unit 2104
    price $1,069
    square feet 625
    availibility May 29
The Bayberry
$1,269 2 Beds 1.5 Baths 897 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2007
    price $1,269
    square feet 897
    availibility May 29
  • Unit 2072
    price $1,269
    square feet 897
    availibility Jun 26
The Camelia
$1,069 – $1,099 1 Bed 1 Bath 625 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2094
    price $1,099
    square feet 625
    availibility Now
  • Unit 2104
    price $1,069
    square feet 625
    availibility May 29
The Bayberry
$1,269 2 Beds 1.5 Baths 897 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2007
    price $1,269
    square feet 897
    availibility May 29
  • Unit 2072
    price $1,269
    square feet 897
    availibility Jun 26
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $100

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1970
  • 232 units/2 stories

About Forest Gardens Apartments

At Forest Gardens Apartments, you're not just renting a place to liveyou're becoming part of a vibrant community. Located at 12203 Plano Rd, our all-bills-paid apartments in Dallas offer excellent amenities to make living easy and enjoyable. With us, there is no need to stray far for your essentials. Settled in a thriving neighborhood, tenants have swift access to various local gems from entertainment and restaurants to shopping centers. Not to mention, our property is close to the city center and major freeways like I-635 and US-75, making commuting a breeze. From the individual features in each home to the shared facilities for all residents, discover the perks of our apartments in Lake Highlands, Dallas. We offer three phenomenal floor plans composed of one, two, and three-bedroom layouts, ranging from 625 to 1,052 square feet. Every single unit has modern finishes, including walk-in closets, air conditioning, and dishwashers, to enhance your comfort. The best part about our 75243 apartments? You won't worry about additional costs on top of rent. Moreover, we strive to make our residents feel at home the minute they enter our community. Tenants can engage in interactive events and enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds right outside their front door. And as a pet-friendly community, we welcome your furry pals and feature a courtyard where they can romp and play while you sit back and relax. Indulge in life's simple pleasures at Forest Gardens!Ready to make the move? Schedule a tour today and redefine your way of living!

Forest Gardens Apartments is an apartment community located in Dallas County and the 75243 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Richardson Independent School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • 2 Inch Window Blinds
  • Air Conditioner
  • All Utility Bills Paid
  • Beautifully Landscaped Grounds
  • Built-In Shelves*
  • Carpeting
  • Carport
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Courtyard Setting
  • Excellent Location
  • Full Size Washer/Dryer Hookups*
  • Full Sized Washer and Dryer Connections*
  • Night Patrol
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pet Friendly (No Breed Restrictions)
  • Resident Events
  • Solar Energy
  • Spanish Speaking Staff
  • Wifi-Common Areas
  • Wood Style Floors*

Contact

Languages: English & Spanish
Open 8:30am - 5:30pm Today
  • Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Pool

Laundry Facilities

Gated

24 Hour Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Public Transportation
  • Walk-Up
  • Pool
  • Gated
  • Fenced Lot
  • Courtyard
  • Picnic Area

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Washer/Dryer Hookup

High Speed Internet Access

Walk-In Closets

Yard

Refrigerator

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Satellite TV

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Yard
  • Lawn
Location
12203 Plano Rd, Dallas,
TX 75243
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City - Dallas

Dallas is one of the largest cities in America, combining urban sophistication with an incomparable Texan personality. Dallas is an altogether unique blend of cultures, styles, and flavors, with more than one million people calling the city proper home.

Living in Dallas puts you right in the thick of it all, with endless options to customize your experience. Corporate professionals seeking to avoid long commutes may want to look for apartments in Downtown or Uptown, which are both home to major business centers as well as residential communities, affording many residents walkable access to work. Culture enthusiasts should consider apartments near the Dallas Arts District, which is home to the Nasher Sculpture Center, the Dallas Museum of Art, the Winspear Opera House, and more. Creatives may enjoy places like Old East Dallas and North Oak Cliff, where artistic pursuits abound.

Dallas offers some of the most diverse nightlife in Texas, from laid-back lounges to thumping night clubs.

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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Public Transportation
  • Walk-Up
  • Gated
  • Fenced Lot
  • Courtyard
  • Picnic Area
  • Pool
  • 2 Inch Window Blinds
  • Air Conditioner
  • All Utility Bills Paid
  • Beautifully Landscaped Grounds
  • Built-In Shelves*
  • Carpeting
  • Carport
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Courtyard Setting
  • Excellent Location
  • Full Size Washer/Dryer Hookups*
  • Full Sized Washer and Dryer Connections*
  • Night Patrol
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pet Friendly (No Breed Restrictions)
  • Resident Events
  • Solar Energy
  • Spanish Speaking Staff
  • Wifi-Common Areas
  • Wood Style Floors*
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Satellite TV
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Yard
  • Lawn
Expenses
One-Time
Cat Deposit $500
Dog Deposit $500
Utilities Included
Water, Electricity, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
469-649-7361
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Richland College
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
The Art Institute of Dallas
Drive: 12 min 5.6 mi
East Texas A&M at Dallas
Drive: 13 min 5.9 mi
UT Dallas
Drive: 17 min 8.0 mi
Forest Gardens Apartments is within 7 minutes or 2.7 miles from Richland College. It is also near The Art Institute of Dallas and East Texas A&M at Dallas.
Schools
Forestridge Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
561 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 6-8
592 Students
Attendance Zone
Berkner High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,290 Students
Attendance Zone
Coram Deo Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
118 Students
Nearby
I A N T Qur'anic Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
259 Students
Nearby
Glen Oaks School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
7 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Dallas include Forest/Jupiter, located 1.7 miles from Forest Gardens Apartments. Forest Gardens Apartments is near Dallas Love Field, located 17.2 miles or 25 minutes away, and Dallas-Fort Worth International, located 26.1 miles or 33 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Forest/Jupiter
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Lbj/Skillman
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Lake Highlands Station
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
Spring Valley
Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi
Sherman Pocket Track
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Victory Station
Drive: 21 min 15.8 mi
Medical/Market Ctr Station
Drive: 24 min 18.0 mi
Trinity Mills Station
Drive: 23 min 18.3 mi
Hebron Station
Drive: 28 min 21.3 mi
Downtown Irving/Heritage Crossing Station
Drive: 28 min 21.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Dallas Love Field
 Drive: 25 min 17.2 mi
Dallas-Fort Worth International
 Drive: 33 min 26.1 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Active
Soundscore™
73 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Forest Gardens Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Skillman Forest Shopping Center
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Walnut Convenience Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Skillman Forest Shopping Center
Walk: 20 min 1.1 mi
Forest Gardens Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 20-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Berkner Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Richland Park
 Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Huffhines Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
Terrace Park
 Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
Duck Creek Linear Park
 Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Forest Gardens Apartments has 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Berkner Park, Richland Park, and Huffhines Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Medical City Dallas Hospital
Drive: 10 min 4.8 mi
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
Drive: 11 min 5.0 mi
Green Oaks Hospital
Drive: 10 min 6.0 mi
Forest Gardens Apartments has 3 hospitals within 6.0 miles, the nearest is Medical City Dallas Hospital which is 4.8 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Dallas Naval Air Station
Drive: 37 min 27.6 mi
NAS Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base
Drive: 66 min 50.2 mi
Forest Gardens Apartments is 27.6 miles from Dallas Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including NAS Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Forest Gardens Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Forest Gardens Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Forest Gardens Apartments?

Select utilities are included in rent at Forest Gardens Apartments, including water, electricity, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Forest Gardens Apartments?

Parking is available at Forest Gardens Apartments. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Forest Gardens Apartments has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,069/mo. to $1,269/mo.

Is Forest Gardens Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Forest Gardens Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Forest Gardens Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,069 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $42,760 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Forest Gardens Apartments have move-in specials?

Forest Gardens Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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