
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, AR from $300 (47 Rentals)
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Terrace Villa

819 E 4th St

2321 N Calion Rd

The Legacy at El Dorado

Z-AndMark Crown Ridge of El Dorado

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Oakhurst Apartments

Crown Ridge El Dorado
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The Vineyards of El Dorado

Hudson Apartments

Hillsboro Townhouse Apartments

Peaks of Ruston - Senior living

The Dels Magnolia

Heights Ruston

Royal Crest Apartments

Park Place Apartments

Nathan Village
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Contempo Apartments

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Westbrook Villa

Gran Creûx Estate

Jefferson Terrace Apartments

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Shadow Glen

Signature Place Apartments
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Seasons & Woodale Apartments

2713 W California Ave

2711 W California Ave

Shadow Forest Apartments

3018 Zachry Ave

3016 Zachry Ave

9668 Flowers Rd
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403 Everett St

944 Sybil Dr

102 E Charlotte Ave

1014 Sybil Dr

5542 Whites Ferry Rd

403 Kennon Ln

903 Sybil Dr

1405 Lewis St

1017 Saratoga St
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7112 Pine Grove Loop Rd

3295 LA-818
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 | $607 | $425 | $875 |
| El Dorado 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $310 | $2,116 |
| El Dorado 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $655 | $2,296 |
| El Dorado 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $572 | $2,750 |
| El Dorado 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $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 $425. 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 | $425 |
| Heights Ruston | D3 | 4BR,2BA | $485 |
| The Dels El Dorado | Studio | Studio,1BA | $545 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| 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 |
| Gran Creûx Estate | 3BR 1.5BA | 3BR,1BA | $795 |
| Jefferson Terrace Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Dorado, AR and Nearby
As of March 14, 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 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/o W/D) Model at Contempo Apartments starting at $850 with a $0.75 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 |
| Contempo Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome (w/o W/D) | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 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 |
| 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 $425.
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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