Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central, LA from $600 (24 Rentals)

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Olive Square Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Olive Square Apartments

1737 La Annie DrBaton Rouge, LA 70815
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Cherry Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Creek Apartments

1710 N Marque Anne DrBaton Rouge, LA 70815
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Central, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Central, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Tree Apartments in the Livingston Parish neighborhood priced from $871. Mallard Crossing Apartments in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $903. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Tree Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$871
Mallard Crossing ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$903
Reserve At Joor1X11BR,1BA$964
Parc At Denham SpringsA1BR,1BA$974
City Heights Denham Springs C.H.A.M.2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, LA

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.02 price per square foot Three Bed Three Bath Model at Mallard Crossing Apartments in the in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,142. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at City Heights Denham Springs C.H.A.M. starting at $1,150 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Greenwell Springs-Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mallard Crossing ApartmentsThree Bed Three Bath3BR,2BA$1.02
City Heights Denham Springs C.H.A.M.2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.07
Parc At Denham SpringsB12BR,2BA$1.21
Spring Tree Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.02
The Reserve at Shoe CreekA31BR,1BA$1.79
Reserve At Joor1X11BR,1BA$1.34
Martin LandingThe Sand Martin1BR,1BA$1.80

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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 Cheap Central Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $949 at Parc At Denham Springs.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $903 at Mallard Crossing Apartments.

What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Reserve At Joor and starts from $1,103.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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