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Village Green
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village Green

2530 W Barnett Springs AveRuston, LA 71270
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Park at Cooktown
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park at Cooktown

1100 Trinity WayRuston, LA 71270

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$750

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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603 Lee Ave

RustonLA71270

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Mansfield Estates
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mansfield Estates

138 Mansfield Estates DrGrambling, LA 71245
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Nathan Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nathan Village

118 N Hilton StWest Monroe, LA 71291
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280 Central Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

280 Central Ave

280 Central AveGrambling, LA 71245

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Cheapest Available Ruston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ruston, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living priced from $310. Heights Ruston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ruston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peaks of Ruston - Senior living1x11BR,1BA$310
Heights RustonD34BR,2BA$475
Park Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Contempo Apartments1 Bedroom @ 663 SF1BR,1BA$635
Royal Crest Apartments2 Bedroom 650 SqFt2BR,1BA$675
Westchester SquareMed 1 bed1BR,1BA$735
Churchill Townhouses Apartments1 bedroom loft1BR,1BA$825
Westbrook Villa2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$848
The Annex of Ruston1 Bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$861
Murray Place2 Beds 2 Baths2BR,2BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruston, LA

As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruston area is the $0.53 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Preserve at Tech in the starting from $710. The second greatest value Ruston apartment is the 2 BR/2 BA Model at Frances Place Apartments starting at $950 with a $0.86 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preserve at Tech3 Bedroom3BR,3BA$0.53
Frances Place Apartments2 BR/2 BA2BR,2BA$0.86
Shadow Glen3 Bedroom/ 1 1/2 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$0.97
Westbrook Villa2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.06
Murray Place2 Beds 2 Baths2BR,2BA$0.95
Churchill Townhouses Apartments1 bedroom loft1BR,1BA$1.03
Peaks of Ruston - Senior living1x11BR,1BA$0.43
Westchester SquareMed 1 bed1BR,1BA$1.05
Contempo Apartments1 Bedroom @ 663 SF1BR,1BA$0.96
Royal Crest Apartments2 Bedroom 650 SqFt2BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruston Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruston Apartment is $310 at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruston is starting from $675 at Royal Crest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Ruston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ruston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westbrook Villa and starts from $948.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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