Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, LA from $500 (31 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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Riverbend
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbend

300 Riverbend DrAlexandria, LA 71302
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Rapides Homes
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Rapides Homes

1306 Autumn Orchard LoopAlexandria, 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
Hermitage Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$700
Trafalgar Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$700
Walden Apartment Homes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$725
Pecan GroveThe Poplar2BR,2BA$825
Nottingham Apartments1X11BR,1BA$900
Beau Terre1x1 Down1BR,1BA$965
Magnolia Trace ApartmentsA Plan1BR,1BA$989
RosewoodThe Bungalow1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexandria, LA

As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alexandria area is the $0.75 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Walden Apartment Homes in the starting from $950. The second greatest value Alexandria apartment is the B2 Model at Mason Estates starting at $1,455 with a $1.36 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.
Walden Apartment Homes3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$0.75
Mason EstatesB22BR,2BA$1.36
Pecan GroveThe Buckeye2BR,1BA$1.12
Chateau Royale Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$0.89
Beau Terre1x1 Up1BR,1BA$1.29
Hermitage Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.95
RosewoodThe Bungalow1BR,1BA$1.41
Magnolia Trace ApartmentsA Plan1BR,1BA$1.52
Trafalgar Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.11
Tanglewood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.08

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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 $725 at Walden Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Alexandria Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alexandria Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chateau Royale Apartments and starts from $940.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.