
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Elmer, LA from $317 (48 Rentals)
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Chaparral Apartments

Gates at Riverchase

2022 Vance Ave

Tanglewood Apartments

Hermitage Apartments

Pine Highland West

1403 Donahue Ferry Rd

3801 Halsey St
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Fort Polk

Parkchester Apartments

Stratford Manor

Beau Terre

The Melrose Apartments

1009 West St, Unit B

Pecan Grove

Carlyle Place
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Arbor Hill Senior Apartments

Pine Highland Apartments

Rosewood

Gabriel Villa Apartments

Heatherwood Apartments - Luxury Senior Living
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612 18th St

500 North

Green Acres Plaza

214 Lee St

The Sanctuary at Alexandria

The Sanctuary on Enterprise

1855 Marshall Frank Dr

Somerset Apartments

2307 Madeline St
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104 S 16th St

100 Lake St

Chateau Joli Apartments

Rapides Homes

Nottingham Apartments

Riverbend

412 Juniper St

308 Lacey Eden Ln

212 Lacey Eden Ln
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3109 Quail Ct

106 Ivy St

502 Magnolia St
Elmer, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmer Studio Apartments | $644 | $604 | $725 |
| Elmer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $930 | $272 | $1,649 |
| Elmer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $317 | $2,295 |
| Elmer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $780 | $2,045 |
| Elmer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $1,147 | $1,225 |
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Cheapest Available Elmer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmer, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Siegel Select Alexandria priced from $272. Chaparral Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $604. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siegel Select Alexandria | Studio - WEEKLY | 1BR, 1BA | $272 |
| Chaparral Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $604 |
| 500 North | The Cane River HC Accessible (1BR) | 1BR, 1BA | $645 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $675 |
| Green Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $765 |
| Fort Polk | 2 Bedroom Upstairs | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Beau Terre | 1x1 Up | 1BR, 1BA | $885 |
| The Melrose Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $899 |
| Walden Apartment Homes | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR, 2BA | $950 |
| Hermitage Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR, 2BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmer, LA and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmer area is the $0.67 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Hermitage Apartments starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Elmer apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Walden Apartment Homes starting at $950 with a $0.75 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR, 2BA | $0.67 |
| Walden Apartment Homes | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR, 2BA | $0.75 |
| Mason Estates | B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| Pecan Grove | The Magnolia | 2BR, 2BA | $0.99 |
| Peaks of Opelousas - Senior Housing Community | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.79 |
| Green Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $0.87 |
| Beau Terre | 1x1 Up | 1BR, 1BA | $1.18 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.08 |
| 500 North | The Cane River HC Accessible (1BR) | 1BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Siegel Select Alexandria | Studio - WEEKLY | 1BR, 1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmer is at Chaparral Apartments listed at $604.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmer Apartment is $272 at Siegel Select Alexandria.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmer is starting from $317 at Siegel Select Alexandria.
What is the most affordable Elmer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elmer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 500 North and starts from $900.
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