Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington, LA from $500 (39 Rentals)

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The Meadows Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows Apartments

200 High Meadows BlvdLafayette, LA 70507
Corporate Housing
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Basswood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Basswood

2820 Louisiana AveLafayette, LA 70501
Corporate Housing

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River Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

2509 Johnston StLafayette, LA 70503
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Washington, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood priced from $721. Lila Place in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $757. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$721
Lila PlaceLPA11BR,1BA$757
City Heights Steeplechase1x11BR,1BA$780
Landfair Complex2/12BR,1BA$800
Eagle Run1BR Floor Plan1BR,1BA$805
Acadian CrossingAcadian - StudioStudio,1BA$810
BasswoodLarge 1x1 Main Level Classic1BR,1BA$825
Chateau Lafayette Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath II2BR,2BA$825
Silver Creek ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$825
Bridgeway Apartments II1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$878

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, LA and Nearby

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2x2 (Plan F) Model at Whispering Oaks Apartments in the in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at French Colony starting at $1,005 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the North Lafayette Parish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Whispering Oaks Apartments2x2 (Plan F)2BR,2BA$1.00
French Colony2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.04
The QuartersB2 Floor Plan (Burgundy) - Call for Availability2BR,2BA$0.83
Pinewoods ApartmentsTwo bed One Full & 1 Half bath2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Landfair Complex2/12BR,1BA$0.92
Chateau Lafayette Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath II2BR,2BA$0.97
Mimosa Place Apartments2 bedrooms downstairs1BR,1BA$1.09
Theater Street ApartmentsB1 Floor Plan2BR,2BA$1.01
City Heights Steeplechase1x11BR,1BA$1.04
Peaks of Opelousas - Senior Housing CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Washington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Washington is at Acadian Crossing listed at $810.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Apartment is $721 at Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington is starting from $800 at Landfair Complex.

What is the most affordable Washington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Washington 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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.