
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Donaldsonville, LA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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Chateau L'Acadian

118 Oak Ridge Ave

104 Oak Ridge Ave

Bayou Oaks

Belle Vue Villa Apartments

Willow View II Apartments

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Veridian Apartment Homes

Gonzales Gardens
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Reserve at Jefferson Crossing

The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place

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The Village at Fountain Lake

Meadows at Nicholson

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Siegen Oaks

The Bloom at Windermere

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Blu on the Boulevard

Cypress Lake Apartments

Evergreen at Tuscany Villas

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Highland Club

Atlas At Legacy2020

Tapestry at Long Farm
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Silver Oaks Apartments

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Indigo Park

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The Oaks at Riverbend

Sawgrass Point

8215 Skysail Ave

8313 Governor Dr

5222E Butter Creek Ln

8911 GSRI Ave

7047 Meadow Park Ave
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10286 W Winston Ave

1222 N Sabine Dr
Donaldsonville, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donaldsonville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donaldsonville Studio Apartments | $941 | $775 | $1,439 |
| Donaldsonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $750 | $3,053 |
| Donaldsonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $890 | $5,240 |
| Donaldsonville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,092 | $2,497 |
| Donaldsonville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $1,437 | $1,437 |
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Cheapest Available Donaldsonville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Donaldsonville, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Belle Vue Villa Apartments in the Iberville Parish neighborhood priced from $750. Willow View II Apartments in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Donaldsonville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Villa Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Willow View II Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Gonzales Gardens | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | Franklin Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Reserve at Jefferson Crossing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
| The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $958 |
| Ivy Park Apartments | Acadia II | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
| Oakleigh Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,028 |
| The Village at Fountain Lake | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Bayou Oaks | 2 Bd 1 Ba 2MI-60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,066 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donaldsonville, LA and Nearby
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donaldsonville area is the $1.17 price per square foot Willow - Oak Heritage Model at Arabella Townhomes in the in the Ascension Parish neighborhood starting from $2,035. The second greatest value Donaldsonville apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhouse Model at Shenandoah Bend Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Donaldsonville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arabella Townhomes | Willow - Oak Heritage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Shenandoah Bend Apartments | Three Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.06 |
| Highland Club | The Pelican | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Veridian Apartment Homes | Plan E | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| The Village at Fountain Lake | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Oakleigh Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Reserve at Jefferson Crossing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | Franklin Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Belle Vue Villa Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donaldsonville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Donaldsonville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Donaldsonville is at Willow View II Apartments listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Donaldsonville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Donaldsonville Apartment is $750 at Belle Vue Villa Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Donaldsonville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Donaldsonville is starting from $890 at Chestnut Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Donaldsonville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Donaldsonville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chestnut Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,170.
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