
Cheap Homes for Rent in Rapides Parish, LA from $500 (7 Rentals)
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609 18th St

1133 Texas Ave
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2315 Elliott St

2921 Culpepper Rd

5537 Downing St
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416 Highland Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rapides Parish?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapides Parish 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $955 | $625 | $1,400 |
| Rapides Parish 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,766 | $1,500 | $2,000 |
| Rapides Parish 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $1,600 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Rapides Parish Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rapides Parish, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Tanglewood Apartments priced from $675. Chateau Royale Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rapides Parish apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Chateau Royale Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Hermitage Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rapides Parish, LA
As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rapides Parish area is the $0.81 price per square foot C1 Model at Bayou Oaks in the starting from $945. The second greatest value Rapides Parish apartment is the B1 Model at Mason Estates starting at $1,350 with a $1.19 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rapides Parish apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Oaks | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Mason Estates | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Walden Apartment Homes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Arbor Hill Senior Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| England Apartments | 2 Bedroom (townhome) | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 28 Cooper Rd, Unit A | 28 Cooper Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Chateau Royale Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Beau Terre | 1x1 Up | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Hermitage Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rapides Parish
What type of rentals are currently available in Rapides Parish?
There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Rapides Parish, LA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,000. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rapides Parish ranging from $525 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rapides Parish?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rapides Parish ranges from $525 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,448.
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