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Monthly Rent
$900 - $1,925
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
389 - 824 sq ft
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 2001price $925square feet 400availibility Nov 3
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Unit 1501price $915square feet 400availibility Nov 7
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Unit 2026price $915square feet 400availibility Nov 10
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Unit 2007price $900square feet 389availibility Nov 7
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Unit 2223price $900square feet 389availibility Nov 14
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Unit 1526price $900square feet 389availibility Nov 25
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Unit 1504price $930square feet 389availibility Nov 10
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Unit 1002price $1,060square feet 560availibility Nov 28
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Unit 1008price $1,055square feet 560availibility Dec 8
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Unit 2324price $1,030square feet 560availibility Dec 24
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Unit 0704price $1,290square feet 824availibility Nov 5
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Unit 0221price $1,325square feet 824availibility Nov 14
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Unit 0622price $1,345square feet 824availibility Nov 28
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Unit 2001price $925square feet 400availibility Nov 3
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Unit 1501price $915square feet 400availibility Nov 7
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Unit 2026price $915square feet 400availibility Nov 10
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Unit 2007price $900square feet 389availibility Nov 7
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Unit 2223price $900square feet 389availibility Nov 14
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Unit 1526price $900square feet 389availibility Nov 25
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Unit 1504price $930square feet 389availibility Nov 10
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Unit 1002price $1,060square feet 560availibility Nov 28
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Unit 1008price $1,055square feet 560availibility Dec 8
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Unit 2324price $1,030square feet 560availibility Dec 24
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Unit 0704price $1,290square feet 824availibility Nov 5
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Unit 0221price $1,325square feet 824availibility Nov 14
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Unit 0622price $1,345square feet 824availibility Nov 28
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per Applicant$70
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative Fee$175
- Due at Application
- DogsMax of 2Restrictions:A pet profile (with PetScreening.com) and agreement for each pet required. Maximum of two pets per apartment home. No breed restrictions or weight limits. Applicable fees or deposits must be paid in full prior to the addition of a pet to your home. Animals not typically found in households including but not limited to monkeys, large birds, farm animals, squirrels, and large snakes and large lizards are prohibited. Aquariums over 15 gallons are also prohibited.Read MoreRead Less
- CatsMax of 2Restrictions:A pet profile (with PetScreening.com) and agreement for each pet required. Maximum of two pets per apartment home. No breed restrictions or weight limits. Applicable fees or deposits must be paid in full prior to the addition of a pet to your home. Animals not typically found in households including but not limited to monkeys, large birds, farm animals, squirrels, and large snakes and large lizards are prohibited. Aquariums over 15 gallons are also prohibited.
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
Lease Options
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3 - 18 Month Leases
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 1980
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272 units/2 stories
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About The Forest
The exceptional lifestyle you've been dreaming of is right here waiting for you in Durham, North Carolina. Choose from our spacious one and two bedroom apartments near Duke University Hospital, and discover the ideal setting for your next adventure. Attractive, pet-friendly, and affordable, The Forest offers the features and amenities you're looking for, with unfettered access to the best of the city. Call our friendly team to schedule your personalized tour today
The Forest is an apartment community located in Durham County and the 27705 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Durham Public attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 1st Floor
- Renovated Apartment Homes Available
- Duke Forest Access
- Off-Campus Housing Options & Flexible Lease Terms!
- Spacious Walk In Closet
- Valet Trash Service
- Barbecue & Picnic Area
- Central Air Conditioning & Heating
- Fire Pit
- HarborFit Fitness Center
- On GoDurham Bus Line
- On-Site Management & 24-Hour Maintenance Team
- Partial Upgrade
- Resident Portal With Online Rent Payment & Service
- Sparkling Swimming Pool
- Wood-Style Flooring*
- 2nd Floor
- Deposit alternatives available through Obligo
- Gold Upgrade
- Pet Friendly Community With Bark Park
- Ample Onsite Parking
- Clubhouse With Resident Lounge
- Washer & Dryer Included
- Guest Parking Available
- Spacious Studio, One & Two Bedroom Apartment Homes
- Conveniently Pay Rent On Your Own Schedule With FL
- Modern Open Kitchen With Garbage Disposal
- Private Patio Or Balcony
- Washer & Dryer Available*
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Clubhouse
24 Hour Access
- 24 Hour Access
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Walk-Up
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Tennis Court
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer Hookup
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Tub/Shower
Disposal
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
Model Details
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Den
- Sunroom
- Walk-In Closets
- Balcony
- Patio
- 24 Hour Access
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Walk-Up
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Tennis Court
- 1st Floor
- Renovated Apartment Homes Available
- Duke Forest Access
- Off-Campus Housing Options & Flexible Lease Terms!
- Spacious Walk In Closet
- Valet Trash Service
- Barbecue & Picnic Area
- Central Air Conditioning & Heating
- Fire Pit
- HarborFit Fitness Center
- On GoDurham Bus Line
- On-Site Management & 24-Hour Maintenance Team
- Partial Upgrade
- Resident Portal With Online Rent Payment & Service
- Sparkling Swimming Pool
- Wood-Style Flooring*
- 2nd Floor
- Deposit alternatives available through Obligo
- Gold Upgrade
- Pet Friendly Community With Bark Park
- Ample Onsite Parking
- Clubhouse With Resident Lounge
- Washer & Dryer Included
- Guest Parking Available
- Spacious Studio, One & Two Bedroom Apartment Homes
- Conveniently Pay Rent On Your Own Schedule With FL
- Modern Open Kitchen With Garbage Disposal
- Private Patio Or Balcony
- Washer & Dryer Available*
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Den
- Sunroom
- Walk-In Closets
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Bordered by Duke Forest on its western and southern side, American Village residents are able to enjoy the forest's walking trails and wildlife just steps from their homes. American Village is adjacent to Duke University and Duke University Hospital, making this a great choice for students, professors, and staff of the university. With its established homes along tree-lined, hilly streets, American Village is also a great option for commuters into Downtown Durham, just four miles southeast; to Research Triangle Park, just 20 minutes away; and to Chapel Hill, also roughly 20 minutes away.
American Village Park sits on the west side of the neighborhood. This four-acre, neighborhood park is ideal for afternoon picnics. It also offers a playground and a walking path.
Learn more about living in American Village| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 11.0 mi |
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Property Ratings at The Forest
Move in was easy but I had neighbors standing in the way of the stairs and just kind of staring at me while moving which I found strange. There is a wasps nest on my patio upon move in and there is some obvious maintenance that needs to happen
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your feedback, and welcome to your new home! We're glad to hear your move-in process went smoothly, though we're sorry to hear about your experience with the stairwell and the maintenance concerns. We apologize for the wasps' nest and any other issues you noticed upon arrival. Our team is here to help—please submit a maintenance request or reach out to the office directly so we can address these items promptly. We’re committed to making your experience a positive one and appreciate the opportunity to make things right.
Probably the worst apartment I've ever rented. Not sure why it gets a 3.8 avg rating. I'd imagine the property managers might write some of the positive ones, if they weren't obviously illiterate. - The laundry rooms are absolutely disgusting, with over half of the machines perpetually out of order. - Maintenance is unresponsive and incompetent. When getting my garbage disposal fixed, the maintenance tech left the chewed-up food he found in the disposal right on my kitchen counter for me to clean! - Gym is filthy and poorly serviced. - Neighbors are awful. Cops were called for constant domestic disputes. At least one DEA raid while I was there. At least one investigation into someone trying to groom kids in the neighborhood. - Apartment was in poor condition on move in. Most outlets were painted over to some degree. Disgusting, flaky finish on the kitchen counters. Bathroom was like something out of SAW. - Constant annoying e-mails from the property about nothing. - Took forever to get my deposit back. Had to ask multiple times. Very kosher.
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Hello, thank you for leaving us feedback. We are disappointed to hear that your experience was not a positive one. Please reach out to us so we can work towards a resolution. Thanks again for bringing this to our attention. (919) 695-9929
The office staff never respond to emails or answer the phone for residents. The pictures of this apartments amenities are YEARS old. The gym is gross and definitely does not look like the pictures. The laundry room was always gross, but it has been broken for months now so it does not even matter. In two years, my rent went up over $200 with no updates to my very dated unit. Management was not willing to discuss rent negotiations. Maintenance is nice, but limited by company policies that don't allow them to actually make major necessary repairs. Management also sends a weekly email with the SAME bullet points each time, but a title that makes it sound like there are new, important updates I need to consider.
This apartment was the worst apartment I’ve ever seen. Wasn’t cleaned properly, old stains, and much more! Literally didn’t stay here for a month. Had to leave.
Office staff is exceptional. Maintenance is outstanding Duke Forest is right on the property
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for the positive rating of our community! At The Forest, we always want our residents to enjoy a top-notch experience, so please feel free to reach out if you ever need assistance from our team.
Add unnecessary fees and money orders go missing. Women at the front desk always has an attitude
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
We apologize that your experience with our community has been anything less than exceptional. Our team is committed to providing stellar service to all who walk through our doors and we are sorry to learn that we fell short of your expectations. We urge you to give us a call or stop by our office at your convenience so that we may speak with you further on how we can improve your time here.
I have been living at The Forest for a while things are definitely going in the direction to success I appreciate the new staff taking care of all of my needs .
The apartment itself is fine. Nothing special; you get what you pay for. However, it has been terrible dealing with management. They are extremely unresponsive. I cannot reach them by email, text, phone, voicemail, etc. Yet amazingly they always have ways to contact me when they want to for promotional purposes. When I go in person, they give me the runaround, never actually fixing the issues and blaming understaffing as the cause.
I just moved in about 6 days ago and encountered several issues with the apartment that were not addressed upon move in. The property manager,Fernando, was incredibly helpful, apologetic, and attentive to the problems. I never write reviews, but feel his customer service was exceptional and deserved recognition. He went out of his way to listen and immediately address the problems personally. My experience as a renter has ultimately been determined by the strength and responsiveness of the property's management. Fernando embodies the values of quality customer service and makes residents feel at home and that their concerns are heard.
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you so much for the 4 -star review! We appreciate it and hope you continue to enjoy your stay with us. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to improve your stay.
I lived here for one year and I wish I could give them something less than a zero. I had problems with their plumbing in the bathroom coupled with the noise that they refused to address. Then when I move out , they refuse to give me back my deposit claiming that my carpet was damaged because it had dog urine which is totally untrue because I do not have a dog and I have never had anyone come to my apartment with a dog. When I moved out my apartment carpet was in perfect condition. Shame on you guys! keep away from them
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
We want to learn more about your situation and make things right. Please contact our Regional Director at either jjatib@thesterlinggrp.com or by calling 866-275-7120.
I was robbed in my apartment at gunpoint, and after moving, the apartment manager sent me a bill for the remaining 6 months of the lease. There is no gate/security here. Anyone can walk up to any door of the apartment complex at any time. The complex is near Duke Forest and is therefore not visible from any main road. There is a camera in the parking lot, but it does not work. After being robbed, I moved because the men who held a gun to my head told me they would return. Because there is no security to prevent their return, I had to move. The manager(s) of the complex told me they could do nothing and that they would try to lease my apartment so I would not have to pay. I came back two weeks later for my mail, and they still had not even tried to show the apartment. Do not rent here. The employees are awful at customer service. My apartment constantly smelled like cigarette smoke. This is NOT a non-smoking complex. My downstairs neighbor frequently smoked cigarettes, and I could smell smoke in my apartment constantly. Guests complained about the smell because it was so strong that it smelled as though I smoked in the apartment myself. My apartment had many maintenance problems that management did not fix. There was a large gap between the door and door frame so air easily flowed in and out of the apartment. The bathtub floor is flat so water stands and collects; water has to be guided into the drain. The water pressure in the kitchen and in the shower were always low. The water in the kitchen sink takes about 2-3 minutes to heat up. The floors are creaky so my downstairs neighbor frequently complained about me "stomping" when I was simply walking around in the apartment. There is constant construction so the complex is noisy and trashy. The construction workers listen to music loudly all day and of course their tools make loud noises. They also do not clean up their messes. They painted the outside of my door, and they left the painter's tape around the doorframe and doorknob. In short, you should not live here under any circumstances
I lived at The Forest for two years and my over-all experience was positive. I have seen a couple of management companies come and go, and the current office staff is much more approachable and helpful than those in the past. They respond to emails quickly and communicate with one another so you don't have to ask your question five times to five different people. (That makes a difference) The neighborhood was very quiet and I only felt unsafe once. I alerted the office and it was handled promptly, which I appreciated. My neighbors were respectful for the most part as they are either graduate students, young professionals or families. I chose a second floor unit because the floors are quite squeaky and I'm certain that my downstairs neighbor could hear my every move, but you get used to it - and so do they. The apartment was very warm in the winter since heat would rise from downstairs which was nice for my energy bill - even in the summer it wasn't outrageous. I missed not having a washer and dryer and the ones on site would sometimes break without warning. The laundry facility is well kept and cleaned daily- nice hardwood flooring as inviting. The pool is small but definitely usable - I enjoyed it a few times over the course of my stay. The tennis courts are stellar - recently resurfaced and lit at night. The gym is small and outdated - the weight machines are old and sketchy but the treadmills worked. Maintenance is great. They're quick, friendly and attentive. I was never unsatisfied with any of the work they did. Overall - I would recommend living here! Had I not found a house, I would still be a tenant.
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Hello there, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a detailed and honest review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for noticing all the hard work our staff puts into their job. We strive to provide "Plus-One" service to all our residents. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention. We are currently trying to update the community along with the amenities. We appreciate your recommendation and are glad you chose The Forest Apartments.
The Forest Apartments are excellent apartments. I was new to Durham in April 2017 and needed an apartment in less than 24 hours. I called at 9 AM on April 18, 2017 and received a blessing. The leasing agent that assisted me was Erika, and she was so helpful. I did not know the area or the community, but was in need because I had just landed from Sweden. Erika picked up the phone and gave me excellent customer service. She guided me through the whole process and has strong knowledge in the leasing industry. She assisted me over the phone and later in the day gave me a tour of the whole complex. We started the online application process in a matter of minutes. Erika's customer service is EXCELLENT. I felt right at home when I came into the leasing office for a tour. Erika gave me a tour and I immediately signed the lease. I highly recommend Erika and The Forest Apartments. It is a wonderful and safe place to live .. In addition, the location is perfect. You have access to the highway in a matter of minutes to drive to Raleigh, Greensboro, or any other location. Regards, Elizabeth Cobb
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Wow, thank you for such a great review! We can only imagine how tricky a big move can be, so we are happy to hear that Erika helped to make the process go smoothly! We also appreciate your recommendation and love that you are enjoying your new home! If ever you need our assistance, please don't hesitate to ask.
The location is pleasant, if you like to walk or run Duke Forest is close at hand. But be aware that the Forest is closed during hunting season. The management is generally unresponsive. I had up to 4 men occupying the apartment below me, they were construction workers for a company, and the lease was in the company name. They would play music loudly at night waking my children. This continued over months and the management did nothing although I complained to them repeatedly. When I did complain they admitted that because the lease was in the name of the company that they didn't know who exactly was occupying the unit. So they didn't know who should be on the property or not. The workmen themselves were not please about my complaints and "suggested" that they could do whatever they wanted and that I should not complain. So I had four workmen who claimed themselves to be immune to management, or common decency and two small children to protect. The area is generally crime free, although there are occasional break ins, however your security is most likely to be compromised by the management refusing to respond to the behavior of your fellow tenants.
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Hello there, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We feel there might be a misunderstanding. Anyone who stays with us has to abide by our community rules, even construction workers. We would like the opportunity to properly address your concerns and are eager to do so. At your convenience, please contact our community manager directly so that we can speak with you in greater detail. Thank you!
The apartments themselves are fine and the location is OK, however, the management is unprofessional and incompetent. Prepare to ask several times for any maintenance requests. Even if it's relatively urgent maintenance needed, it will take days or weeks for them to actually log your request correctly so someone comes by to fix it. Want to extend your lease, go month to month, or end your lease? Be ready to send a few emails and stop by the office multiple times, then get billed/charged for something you didn't agree on. Finally, although the security deposit is small, you will not get it back. Again, be ready to send many emails/calls to get some information on the status. They will eventually wear you down with non-responses and unreturned emails until it's not worth pursuing any more. This is certainly an effective strategy for extracting small sums of extra money from their customers, but it can be frustrating for the tenants.
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for taking the time to review our community! The property is under new management and we strive to make sure our residents receive nothing less than a 5-star experience! As always, please let us know if there's anything we can do to assist you.
The Forest Apartments is conveniently located near Duke University and Downtown Durham. The area is filled with graduate students to families visiting loved ones in the hospital.
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for taking the time to review our community! The property is under new management and we strive to make sure our residents receive nothing less than a 5-star experience! As always, please let us know if there's anything we can do to assist you.
Whatever you give them for a deposit, don't expect to see it again. I lived there on a one year lease. During that time, at least three of the apartments in the complex were broken in to. One time I was woken up in the night with some guy I've never seen before banging on the door trying to get me to let him in. The water pipes are basically not insulated, so they randomly freeze and cut off the water in the winter. When I moved out, I left the apartment spotless with no balance on my account, yet I've called the office five times over the past three months and the deposit has not been returned. The office staff seems nice enough, but every time I would stop by or call, it's a new person working there.
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for the feedback. Unfortunately, we are unable to locate your account within our system. We are sorry to hear you are not having the 5-star experience we strive to give our residents. Please reach out to senior management with your concerns by emailing management@dasmenresidential.com with better contact information so they can be in touch with you directly.
I moved into The Forest Apartments 3 months ago and I love it ! The floor plans are awesome ! I moved from a different state never seen the apartment before moving in , just the photos online on apartments.com and spoke with the staff . They they made sure they had a clear understanding of what I was looking for and communicated with me every step of the ways . Not only is the apartment everything I wanted but the neighborhood is quiet and close to everything. There a walking trail a dog park and there always events and contest going on to keep us residents connected .
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for taking the time to review our community! The property is under new management and we strive to make sure our residents receive nothing less than a 5-star experience! As always, please let us know if there's anything we can do to assist you.
I have lived here 5 yrs. I have not had a bad experience since I moved into this community. Maintenance has always been prompt and courteous. Office staff has always been helpful and willing to resolve issues I have encountered. I like it here because it is quiet and I feel as safe as a tenant. All apartment communities have issues but at The Forest Apartment homes they will resolve them. New management has made many emprovements .
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for taking the time to review our community! The property is under new management and we strive to make sure our residents receive nothing less than a 5-star experience! As always, please let us know if there's anything we can do to assist you.
My pipes froze, my bathtub had standing water for multiple YEARS, my broken refrigerator was replaced by another broken refrigerator. Do not, under any circumstances, believe this is a nice place to live. It is not. You will inevitably live with a complication and/or frustration of some kind. I ended up below a man who beat....beat his dogs, and the apartment complex had not remorse or willingness to help!
Property Manager at The Forest, Responded To This Review
Thank you for the feedback. Unfortunately, we are unable to locate your account within our system. We are sorry to hear you are not having the 5-star experience we strive to give our residents. Please reach out to senior management with your concerns by emailing management@dasmenresidential.com with better contact information so they can be in touch with you directly.
The Forest Photos
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The Forest is in American Village in the city of Durham. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.9 miles of the property. Five parks are within 7.8 miles, including Duke Lemur Center, Duke Gardens, and North Carolina Museum of Life and Science.
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