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The Meadows Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows Apartments

200 High Meadows BlvdLafayette, LA 70507
Corporate Housing
  • Utilities Included

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Basswood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Basswood

2820 Louisiana AveLafayette, LA 70501
Corporate Housing
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Summer Place Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Place Apartments

1901 Eraste Landry RdLafayette, LA 70506
Corporate Housing
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River Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

2509 Johnston StLafayette, LA 70503
  • Utilities Included

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Sunset, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunset Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunset, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gallery Apartments in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood priced from $699. Whispering Oaks Apartments in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sunset apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gallery Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Plan E1BR,1BA$699
Whispering Oaks Apartments1x1 (Plan A)1BR,1BA$750
Landfair Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$750
Eagle Run1BR Floor Plan1BR,1BA$750
City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M.1x11BR,1BA$780
Theater Street ApartmentsB3UF Floor Plan2BR,2BA$780
Pinewoods ApartmentsOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$800
Acadian Crossing/Utilities IncludedAcadian - StudioStudio,1BA$810
Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$821
BasswoodLarge 1x1 Main Level Classic1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset, LA and Nearby

As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset area is the $0.82 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Brooke Pointe in the in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood starting from $890. The second greatest value Sunset apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Canterbury Square starting at $1,050 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brooke Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.82
Canterbury Square2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.00
Holly PlaceHPB22BR,1BA$0.93
Cheyenne HeightsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.06
Landfair Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.94
Lila PlaceLPB12BR,1BA$1.10
City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M.1x11BR,1BA$1.04
Maison BocageThe Evangeline1BR,1BA$1.22
Pinewoods ApartmentsOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$1.19
Eagle Run1BR Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunset?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunset is at Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included listed at $810.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Apartment is $699 at Gallery Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset is starting from $750 at Landfair Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sunset Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sunset 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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.