
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, AR from $300 (49 Rentals)
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Terrace Villa

The Legacy at El Dorado

Z-AndMark Crown Ridge of El Dorado

Williams Court Apartments

Oakhurst Apartments

Crown Ridge El Dorado

The Vineyards of El Dorado

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2319 Houston St

Peaks of Ruston - Senior living

The Dels Magnolia

Heights Ruston

Gran Creûx Estate

Royal Crest Apartments

Nathan Village

Contempo Apartments
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Park Place Apartments

Charleston Square Apartments

Pine Valley Apartments

Westbrook Villa

Jefferson Terrace Apartments

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Shadow Glen

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Shadow Creek

Morrison Place

Global Ruston

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Ashford Place
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Shadow Forest Apartments

1000 Sybil Dr

137 Jennifer Ln

229 Lilac St

309 E Texas Ave

151 Dv Byrd Ln

593 Moreland St

850 Field Ave NW

630 Old Darbonne Rd
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460 Rogers St NW

213 Penny Ln

212 Class St

301 Penny Ln
El Dorado, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Dorado?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Studio Apartments | $837 | $475 | $1,059 |
| El Dorado 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $310 | $2,124 |
| El Dorado 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $655 | $2,329 |
| El Dorado 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $554 | $2,750 |
| El Dorado 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $485 | $3,355 |
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Cheapest Available El Dorado Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Dorado, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living priced from $310. The Dels Magnolia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Dorado apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaks of Ruston - Senior living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $310 |
| The Dels Magnolia | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| Heights Ruston | D3 | 4BR,2BA | $485 |
| The Dels El Dorado | Studio | Studio,1BA | $545 |
| Gran Creûx Estate | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Contempo Apartments | 1 Bedroom @ 663 SF | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 650 SqFt | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
| Terrace Villa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Pine Valley Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, AR and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Dorado area is the $0.52 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Preserve at Tech in the starting from $702. The second greatest value El Dorado apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at Westbrook Villa starting at $1,058 with a $1.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for El Dorado 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 | $0.52 |
| Westbrook Villa | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Jefferson Terrace Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Terrace Villa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Pinnacle Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Peaks of Ruston - Senior living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
| Pine Valley Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Contempo Apartments | 1 Bedroom @ 663 SF | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Royal Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 650 SqFt | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Dels El Dorado | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Dorado Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Dorado?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Dorado is at The Dels Magnolia listed at $475.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Dorado Apartment is $310 at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Dorado Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Dorado is starting from $675 at Royal Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable El Dorado Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Dorado Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gran Creûx Estate and starts from $795.
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