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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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The Meadows Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows Apartments

200 High Meadows BlvdLafayette, LA 70507
Corporate Housing
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Basswood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Basswood

2820 Louisiana AveLafayette, LA 70501
Corporate Housing

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River Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

2509 Johnston StLafayette, LA 70503
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Port Barre, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Port Barre Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Port Barre, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood priced from $721. Lila Place in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $757. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Port Barre apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$721
Lila PlaceLPA11BR,1BA$757
City Heights Steeplechase1x11BR,1BA$780
Silver Creek ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$800
Landfair Complex2/12BR,1BA$800
Acadian CrossingAcadian - StudioStudio,1BA$810
Eagle Run2BR/1.5BA Floor Plan2BR,1BA$820
BasswoodLarge 1x1 Main Level Classic1BR,1BA$825
Chateau Lafayette Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath II2BR,2BA$825
Landry Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$877

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Port Barre, LA and Nearby

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Port Barre area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2x2 (Plan F) Model at Whispering Oaks Apartments in the in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Port Barre apartment is the 3BR/2BA Floor Plan Model at Eagle Run starting at $1,020 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Port Barre apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Whispering Oaks Apartments2x2 (Plan F)2BR,2BA$1.00
Eagle Run3BR/2BA Floor Plan3BR,2BA$1.04
French Colony2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.04
The QuartersB2 Floor Plan (Burgundy) - Call for Availability2BR,2BA$0.83
Pinewoods ApartmentsTwo bed One Full & 1 Half bath2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Landfair Complex2/12BR,1BA$0.92
Chateau Lafayette Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath II2BR,2BA$0.97
Theater Street ApartmentsB1 Floor Plan2BR,2BA$1.01
City Heights Steeplechase1x11BR,1BA$1.04
Peaks of Opelousas - Senior Housing CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Port Barre Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Port Barre?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Port Barre is at Acadian Crossing listed at $810.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Port Barre Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Port Barre Apartment is $721 at Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Port Barre Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Port Barre is starting from $800 at Landfair Complex.

What is the most affordable Port Barre Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Port Barre Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagle Run and starts from $1,020.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.