
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Downsville, LA from $300 (27 Rentals)
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Heights Ruston

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Nathan Village

Westbrook Villa

Westchester Square

Lakeview Place & Twin Lakes

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Frances Place Apartments
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Murray Place

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Shadow Hawk

Global Ruston

133 Sandbed Rd

912 Ervin Cotton Rd

2711 W California Ave
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Shadow Forest Apartments

2807 Georgia St

509 Vernon St

403 Gulpha Dr

3102 Courtney Ave

304 Pankey Rd
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1045 Sanders Ln

1604 S Barnett Springs St

1204 E Line 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 | $1,243 | $899 | $2,650 |
| Downsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $310 | $2,850 |
| Downsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $655 | $3,500 |
| Downsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $520 | $2,750 |
| Downsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $440 | $3,355 |
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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 Peaks of Ruston - Senior living priced from $310. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaks of Ruston - Senior living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $310 |
| 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 |
| Westchester Square | Lg 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Lakeview Place & Twin Lakes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
| Westbrook Villa | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $848 |
| Frances Place Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Contempo Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/o W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Shadow Hawk | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downsville, LA and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downsville area is the $0.78 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/ W/D) Model at Contempo Apartments in the starting from $875. The second greatest value Downsville apartment is the Townhome Model at White Columns starting at $1,400 with a $1.37 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contempo Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/ W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| White Columns | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Westbrook Villa | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Shadow Hawk | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Westchester Square | Lg 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Frances Place Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Pinnacle Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Peaks of Ruston - Senior living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
| 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 $310 at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living.
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 Westbrook Villa and starts from $948.
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