Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, LA from $600 (28 Rentals)

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Fern-View Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fern-View Apartments

2509 Culpepper RdAlexandria, LA 71301
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Enterprise Places
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Enterprise Places

2401 Jameson CtAlexandria, LA 71303
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Rapides Homes
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Rapides Homes

1306 Autumn Orchard LoopAlexandria, LA 71303
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Riverbend
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbend

300 Riverbend DrAlexandria, LA 71302
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England Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

England Apartments

1943 Dublin RdAlexandria, LA 71303

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Cheapest Available Alexandria Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alexandria, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Tanglewood Apartments priced from $675. Chateau Royale Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alexandria apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tanglewood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$675
Chateau Royale Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$675
Walden Apartment Homes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$850
Arbor Hill Senior Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$882
Nottingham Apartments1X11BR,1BA$900
Bayou OaksC13BR,2BA$945
Beau Terre2x1 Up2BR,1BA$985
Siegel Select AlexandriaStudio SuitesStudio,1BA$1,198
Magnolia Trace ApartmentsB Plan1BR,1BA$1,351

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, LA

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alexandria area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2x2 Up Model at Beau Terre in the starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Alexandria apartment is the B1 Model at Bayou Oaks starting at $985 with a $0.87 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alexandria apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Beau Terre2x2 Up2BR,2BA$0.91
Bayou OaksB12BR,1.5BA$0.87
Arbor Hill Senior Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.93
105 Russell Ct, Unit Fully Furnished105 Russell Ct1BR,1BA$1.83
Chateau Royale Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$0.89
Nottingham Apartments1x1 Corporate1BR,1BA$2.00
Magnolia Trace ApartmentsA Plan1BR,1BA$2.10
Tanglewood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.08
Siegel Select AlexandriaStudio SuitesStudio ,1BA$4.97

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alexandria Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexandria Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexandria Apartment is $675 at Tanglewood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alexandria Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alexandria is starting from $805 at Chateau Royale Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.