
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Downsville, LA from $485 (38 Rentals)
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Palmwood Place

Royal Crest Apartments

Contempo Apartments

Park Place Apartments

Charleston Square Apartments

Nathan Village

Westchester Square

Lakeview Place & Twin Lakes
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Murray Place

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Westbrook Villa

Global Ruston

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Shadow Hawk

Shadow Creek

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Cinnamon Court
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Riverwood Apartments

1407 Cardinal St

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Shadowglen Townhomes + Flats

Pinnacle Apartments

Ashford Place

Peaks of Ruston - Senior living

Shadow Forest Apartments

1812 W California Ave

2807 Georgia St
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403 Gulpha Dr

706 Cooktown Rd

1047 Sanders Ln

165 Greene Ln

115 J B Cyrus Rd

183 Greene Ln

131 Greene Ln

307 E Colorado Ave

201 S Farmerville St
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2515 Kavanaugh Rd

417 E Mississippi Ave
Downsville, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downsville Studio Apartments | $1,156 | $899 | $2,650 |
| Downsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $589 | $2,850 |
| Downsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $695 | $3,500 |
| Downsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $520 | $3,014 |
| Downsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $485 | $3,257 |
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Cheapest Available Downsville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Downsville, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Palmwood Place priced from $589. Royal Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Downsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmwood Place | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $589 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 565 SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $640 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Charleston Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Lakeview Place & Twin Lakes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
| Contempo Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/o W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Shadow Hawk | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Westbrook Villa | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $980 |
| Cinnamon Court | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Pinnacle Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downsville, LA and Nearby
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downsville area is the $0.53 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Preserve at Tech in the starting from $708. The second greatest value Downsville 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 Downsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Tech | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.53 |
| Contempo Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/ W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| White Columns | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Palmwood Place | 4 Bed/1.5 Bath | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Westbrook Villa | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Shadow Hawk | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Cinnamon Court | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Annex of Ruston | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Charleston Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 565 SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downsville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downsville Apartment is $589 at Palmwood Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downsville is starting from $695 at Royal Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downsville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downsville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palmwood Place and starts from $819.
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