Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Riverfront Neighborhood of Shreveport, LA from $500 (11 Rentals)

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Egan Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Egan Apartments

106 E Egan StShreveport, LA 71101
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Jefferson Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Apartments

907 Louisiana AveShreveport, LA 71101
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United Jewelers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

United Jewelers

301 Crockett StShreveport, LA 71101
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Canaan Towers
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Canaan Towers

400 N Dale AveShreveport, LA 71101
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Oak Meadows Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Meadows Apartments

1901 Centenary BlvdShreveport, LA 71101
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Downtown Riverfront, Shreveport, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Riverfront area of Shreveport, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pelican Gardens priced from $650. United Jewelers and Lee Hardware Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $660. Here are the most affordable Downtown Riverfront apartments for rent in Shreveport, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pelican Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$650
United Jewelers and Lee Hardware Apartments1 Bedroom Apartments1BR,1BA$660
Bayou Grande1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$778
The View TowerStudioStudio,1BA$823
Windsor HousingTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$834

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Riverfront, LA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Riverfront area is the $0.87 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bayou Grande in the in the Queensborough neighborhood starting from $923. The second greatest value Downtown Riverfront apartment is the 1 Bedroom Apartments Model at United Jewelers and Lee Hardware Apartments starting at $660 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Queensborough neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bayou Grande2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.87
United Jewelers and Lee Hardware Apartments1 Bedroom Apartments1BR,1BA$0.74
Windsor HousingTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Uneeda Biscuit LoftsC11BR,1BA$1.43
Pelican Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.30
The View TowerStudioStudio ,1BA$1.89
The Standard Downtown LoftsStudio A1BR,1BA$2.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Riverfront, Shreveport, LA

Ranked #26

Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Riverfront Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Riverfront?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Riverfront is Pelican Gardens which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Downtown Riverfront costs $1,060.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Riverfront?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Downtown Riverfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.