1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Central, LA (14 Rentals)

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203-207 Forest St
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203-207 Forest St

203-207 Forest StDenham Springs, LA 70726
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5557 Charlene Dr
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5557 Charlene Dr

5557 Charlene DrBaton Rouge, LA 70811

Central, LA Local Guide

Largest Available Central and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central, LA is found at The Reserve at Shoe Creek in the Greenwell Springs-Central neighborhood and is 765 square feet priced from $1,766. Martin Landing has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 756 square feet and currently listed start at $1,225. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Central:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Reserve at Shoe CreekA2765 Sq Ft$1,766
Martin LandingThe Swift Martin756 Sq Ft$1,225
Reserve At Joor1X1718 Sq Ft$964
Parc At Denham SpringsA689 Sq Ft$994
Cherry Creek ApartmentsSweetheart662 Sq Ft$775

Cheapest Available Central and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 07, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central, LA is the Lambert Model starting from $720 at Cherry Creek Apartments in the Sherwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Central 1 Bedroom is the 1X1 Model at Reserve At Joor starting at $964 in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central is currently $1,186. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Central:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cherry Creek ApartmentsLambert$720
Reserve At Joor1X1$964
Parc At Denham SpringsA$994
Martin LandingThe Swift Martin$1,225
The Reserve at Shoe CreekA1$1,682

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Getting Around Central, LA

Walk Score®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

20 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central is $1,186.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central is a 765 square feet unit starting from $1,766 at The Reserve at Shoe Creek.

What is the average size for Central 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central is currently 1,187 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.