
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westwood Neighborhood of Shreveport, LA from $500 (76 Rentals)
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2503 Malcolm St

640 Kirby Pl

Tiffany Square Apartments

Lifestyle on Golf Links

1019 Sheridan Ave

Villa Del Lago Apartments

3616 Ninock St

Lifestyle at Lakeshore

146 E Slattery Blvd
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130 E Elmwood St, Unit 130 East Elmwood, Unit 130 East Elmwood

819 Boulevard St

3735 Milton St

3307 Creswell Ave

The View Tower

Nantucket Harbor

1844 Line Ave, Unit 2

253 E Jordan St

3634 Madison Park Blvd

103 E Merrick St
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114 Egan St

Wellington Square Apartments

Southern Oaks Apartments

Gallilee City Apartments

3051 Amherst St

Egan Apartments

1316 Wilkinson St

2714 Dupont St

Jefferson Apartments

Centrum
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Village Square Apartments

744 Ratcliff St

2815 Fulton St

2310 Scovell Ct

3140 Judson St

Kingwood Forest

Pines Apartments

342 Prospect St

Fox Creek Apartments Shrevport

3022 Lillian St
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7224 Union Ave

2520 Merwin St

553 Gladstone Blvd

The Sanctuary at Shreveport

3902 Sumner St

509 Alabama Ave SE

3240 Jackson St

2641 Valley Ridge Rd

3530 Pleasant Dr

557 Merrick St
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Westwood, Shreveport, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Studio Apartments | $852 | $823 | $882 |
| Westwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $939 | $600 | $1,803 |
| Westwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $735 | $2,261 |
| Westwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $899 | $2,399 |
| Westwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $1,199 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Westwood Neighborhood of Shreveport, LA.
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Cheapest Available Westwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westwood area of Shreveport, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Del Lago Apartments priced from $675. Lifestyle at Lakeshore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable Westwood apartments for rent in Shreveport, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Del Lago Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Lifestyle at Lakeshore | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| The View Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $823 |
| Nantucket Harbor | Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $827 |
| Fox Creek Apartments Shrevport | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $927 |
| Townhomes at South Highlands | 3 Bed, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Fern Crossing | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Boulders On Fern | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,806 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westwood, LA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westwood area is the $1.70 price per square foot D2 w/ Garage Model at The Boulders On Fern in the in the Westwood neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Westwood apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Fox Creek Apartments Shrevport starting at $927 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Westwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boulders On Fern | D2 w/ Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Fox Creek Apartments Shrevport | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| 130 E Elmwood St, Unit 130 East Elmwood | 130 E Elmwood St | 2BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Townhomes at South Highlands | 3 Bed, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Lifestyle at Lakeshore | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Villa Del Lago Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Nantucket Harbor | Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Fern Crossing | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| The View Tower | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestwood, Shreveport, LA
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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Shreveport. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westwood?
The cheapest apartment in Westwood is Villa Del Lago Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Westwood costs $1,199.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westwood?
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 3 regular apartments in Westwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Westwood?
Cheap apartments in Westwood have an average cost of $982 which is $217 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westwood.
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