
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central, LA from $600 (27 Rentals)
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13964 Triple B Rd, Unit 13964

18819 Greenwell Springs Rd

9135 Great Smokey Ave

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Spring Tree Apartments

Mallard Crossing Apartments
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824 Hammond Manor Dr

Parc At Denham Springs

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813 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit B

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823 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit C

Ole London Towne - Utilities Included

Reserve At Joor
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City Heights Denham Springs

Olive Square Apartments

Cherry Creek Apartments

9438 Dorchester Dr

10079 El Scott Ave

14743 Central Woods Ave
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Ashley Place Apartments

15013 Forest Grove Ave

10134 El Scott Ave

2736 Amarillo St

10911 Sullivan Rd

2629 Kelli Dr
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212 Centerville St NE, Unit 4

3476 N Sherwood Forest Dr

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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 | $1,141 | $886 | $1,907 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $850 | $2,305 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $1,005 | $2,748 |
| Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $1,335 | $1,818 |
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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 Brookstown neighborhood priced from $995. City Heights Denham Springs in the Greenwell Springs-Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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 | $995 |
| City Heights Denham Springs | 1x1-scar | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Parc At Denham Springs | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Spring Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,036 |
| Martin Landing | The Swift Martin | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Reserve at Shoe Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| Ole London Towne - Utilities Included | P-3-2UP | 3BR,2BA | $1,670 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, LA
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.24 price per square foot P-3-2UP Model at Ole London Towne - Utilities Included in the in the SpringBrook neighborhood starting from $1,670. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Spring Tree Apartments starting at $1,036 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Livingston Parish 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ole London Towne - Utilities Included | P-3-2UP | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Spring Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 823 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit C | 823 Hammond Manor Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| 813 Hammond Manor Dr, Unit B | 813 Hammond Manor Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| 13964 Triple B Rd, Unit 0 | 13964 Triple B Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Parc At Denham Springs | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Reserve at Shoe Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Reserve At Joor | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| City Heights Denham Springs | 1x1-scar | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 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 $995 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 $1,036 at Spring Tree 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 $1,139.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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