
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carencro, LA from $500 (45 Rentals)
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Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes

Lila Place

City Heights Steeplechase

Pinewoods Apartments

Landfair Complex
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Acadian Crossing

304 Loire Ave, Unit A-D

Silver Creek Apartments

Brooke Pointe

Chateau Lafayette Apartments

French Colony

Lux of Lafayette

Landry Commons

Vermilion Lofts
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Holly Place

Canterbury Square

Bottle Art Lofts

Mimosa Place Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

Maison Bocage

Whispering Oaks Apartments

205 Rue Royale

The Meadows Apartments
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415 Moss St

417 Moss St

111 Dora St

Basswood

1002 La Pl Ave

La Bonnie Vie Apartments

219 S Pierce St

106 Doc Duhon St

206 N Washington St
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135 Woodrow St

Summer Place Apartments

201 High Meadows Blvd

423 Sampson St

Cheyenne Heights

2830 Louisiana Ave

Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes

1501 W St Mary Blvd

108 Nouveau Ln
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Carencro, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carencro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carencro Studio Apartments | $862 | $810 | $960 |
| Carencro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $690 | $1,556 |
| Carencro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,088 | $540 | $1,932 |
| Carencro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $530 | $1,900 |
| Carencro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $715 | $601 | $826 |
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Cheapest Available Carencro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carencro, LA is a Studio unit found at Eagle Run in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood priced from $650. Lila Place in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $757. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carencro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Run | Efficiency Floor Plan | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Lila Place | LPA1 | 1BR,1BA | $757 |
| City Heights Steeplechase | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $782 |
| Landfair Complex | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Acadian Crossing | Acadian - Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Basswood | Large 1x1 Main Level Classic | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Chateau Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath II | 2BR,2BA | $825 |
| Lux of Lafayette | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carencro, LA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carencro area is the $0.37 price per square foot Acadian Model at Cottage Landing in the in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood starting from $665. The second greatest value Carencro apartment is the HPC1 Model at Holly Place starting at $1,307 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carencro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Landing | Acadian | 4BR,4BA | $0.37 |
| Holly Place | HPC1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| French Colony | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Quarters | B2 Floor Plan (Burgundy) - Call for Availability | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Whispering Oaks Apartments | 2x2 (Plan E) | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Landfair Complex | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Chateau Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath II | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Theater Street Apartments | B1 Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| City Heights Steeplechase | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Canterbury Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carencro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carencro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carencro is at Eagle Run listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carencro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carencro Apartment is $757 at Lila Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carencro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carencro is starting from $800 at Landfair Complex.
What is the most affordable Carencro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carencro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagle Run and starts from $1,020.
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