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Chateau Baker I
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Baker I

3204 Singletary DrBaker, LA 70714
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Pine Square Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Square Villas

2888 Dougherty DrBaton Rouge, LA 70805
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Monet V
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Monet V

6635-6645 Harry DrBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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Crown Ave PLEX
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crown Ave PLEX

4540 Crown AveBaton Rouge, LA 70811
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Cheapest Available Zachary Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Zachary, LA is a Studio unit found at Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted in the Istrouma neighborhood priced from $600. Meadowbrook Apartments in the Istrouma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Zachary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Choctaw Lodge- Income RestrictedStudio/efficiencyStudio,1BA$600
Meadowbrook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Dali Place2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$725
Copper RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$740
Zurqui on MohicanStudioStudio,1BA$755
Scarlet OakOne Bedroom - Classic1BR,1BA$775
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$792
Bellecour Crossings1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
The Palms ApartmentsThe Palms Apartments (1 Bed/1 Bath)1BR,1BA$800
Ardendale Oaks Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$822

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zachary, LA and Nearby

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Zachary area is the $1.09 price per square foot 1017 Seville Ave Model at 1017 Seville Ave in the in the Baker neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Zachary apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Crown Ave PLEX starting at $850 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the North Baton Rouge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zachary apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1017 Seville Ave1017 Seville Ave3BR,2BA$1.09
Crown Ave PLEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.85
St. Theresa Senior Housing2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.01
Square OneTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.19
Hollywood HeightsShotgun2BR,2BA$1.09
Dali Place3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$1.06
Bellemont Victoria IA1P1BR,1BA$1.17
Ardendale Oaks Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Scarlet OakOne Bed Townhome - Classic1BR,1BA$1.17
Bellecour Crossings1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20

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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 Zachary Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Zachary?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Zachary is at Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted listed at $600.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zachary Apartment is $715 at Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Zachary is starting from $725 at Dali Place.

What is the most affordable Zachary Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Zachary Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dali Place and starts from $795.

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