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9135 Great Smokey Ave, Unit A

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Mallard Crossing Apartments

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863 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit 863 Hammond Manor Drive Apt D, Unit 863 Hammond Manor Drive Apt D

Reserve At Joor

Parc At Denham Springs
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823 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit C, Unit C

14911 Central Woods Ave

Ole London Towne - Utilities Included

14722 Hooper Rd

Olive Square Apartments

2730 Hollywood St

6241 Pontotoc St
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Cherry Creek Apartments

4325 Dawson Dr

9438 Dorchester Dr

10079 El Scott Ave

3358 Greenwell St

Ashley Place Apartments

15013 Forest Grove Ave
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10215 El Scott Ave

10911 Sullivan Rd

13191 Sunshine Rd

2736 Amarillo St

2629 Kelli Dr

14652 Forest Grove Ave

212 Centerville St NE, Unit 4, Unit 4
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3476 N Sherwood Forest Dr

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5540 Clayton Ct
Central, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $886 | $1,790 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $900 | $2,305 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $995 | $2,958 |
| Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $1,335 | $1,761 |
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve At Joor in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood priced from $964. Parc At Denham Springs in the Livingston Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $969. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve At Joor | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Parc At Denham Springs | A | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Experience the best of apartment living at City Heights Denham Springs. | 2x2-myrt | 2BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| Martin Landing | The Swift Martin | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Reserve at Shoe Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Ole London Towne - Utilities Included | P-3-2UP | 3BR,2BA | $1,670 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, LA
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2x2-myrt Model at Experience the best of apartment living at City Heights Denham Springs. in the in the Greenwell Springs-Central neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 823 Hammond Manor Dr Model at 823 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit C starting at $994 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the SpringBrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Experience the best of apartment living at City Heights Denham Springs. | 2x2-myrt | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 823 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit C | 823 Hammond Manor Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Parc At Denham Springs | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Reserve at Shoe Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Ole London Towne - Utilities Included | R-1-1DN | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Reserve At Joor | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Martin Landing | The Sand Martin | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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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 $964 at Reserve At Joor.
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 $1,150 at Experience the best of apartment living at City Heights Denham Springs..
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 $1,580.
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