
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Dodson, LA from $485 (39 Rentals)
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803 Anita St

Nathan Village - FULLY LEASED
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Global Ruston

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Shadow Hawk

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Cinnamon Court

Shadow Creek

Peaks of Ruston - Senior living

201 McKaskle St

500 North

1503 Hinton St
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Shadow Forest Apartments

2807 Georgia St

405 Kennon Ln

3012 LA-3012

1505 Jewel St

218 Kathryn Ln

200 Kathryn Ln

1047 Sanders Ln

164 Greene Ln
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203 Martin St

183 Greene Ln

131 Greene Ln
Dodson, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dodson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodson Studio Apartments | $1,149 | $899 | $2,650 |
| Dodson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $589 | $2,850 |
| Dodson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $695 | $3,500 |
| Dodson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $585 | $2,750 |
| Dodson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $485 | $2,040 |
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Cheapest Available Dodson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dodson, LA is a 4 Beds unit found at Heights Ruston priced from $485. Palmwood Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $589. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dodson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heights Ruston | D3 | 4BR, 2BA | $485 |
| Palmwood Place | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $589 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 565 SqFt | 1BR, 1BA | $640 |
| 500 North | The Cane River HC Accessible (1BR) | 1BR, 1BA | $645 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $650 |
| Mary Lea Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $675 |
| Charleston Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $690 |
| Creel Properties | JENNIFER LANE | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Lakeview Place & Twin Lakes | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $776 |
| Contempo Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/o W/D) | 2BR, 1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dodson, LA and Nearby
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dodson area is the $0.45 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at The Preserve at Tech starting from $685. The second greatest value Dodson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/ W/D) Model at Contempo Apartments starting at $875 with a $0.78 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dodson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Tech | 4 Bedroom | 4BR, 4BA | $0.45 |
| Contempo Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/ W/D) | 2BR, 1BA | $0.78 |
| Palmwood Place | 4 Bed/1.5 Bath | 4BR, 1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Westchester Square | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.01 |
| Mary Lea Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.87 |
| Creel Properties | JENNIFER LANE | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| The Annex of Ruston | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.00 |
| Charleston Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| 500 North | The Cane River HC Accessible (1BR) | 1BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 565 SqFt | 1BR, 1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dodson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dodson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dodson Apartment is $589 at Palmwood Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dodson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dodson is starting from $680 at 500 North.
What is the most affordable Dodson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dodson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palmwood Place and starts from $819.
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