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Zachary, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Zachary Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Zachary, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Drakes Landing in the Istrouma neighborhood priced from $257. Woodcrest Apartments in the Goodwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Zachary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Drakes Landing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$257
Woodcrest Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$300
Choctaw LodgeStudio/efficiencyStudio,1BA$595
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$628
Ardendale Oaks Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$654

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zachary, LA and Nearby

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zachary area is the $0.96 price per square foot 3BR50 Model at Scenic Gardens Estates in the in the North Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,398. The second greatest value Zachary apartment is the 3x2 Model at Reserve at Howell Place starting at $1,341 with a $1.01 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.
Scenic Gardens Estates3BR503BR,2BA$0.96
Reserve at Howell Place3x23BR,2BA$1.01
Scotlandville HomesThree Bedroom Home3BR,2BA$0.95
Port Royal Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.82
Edgewood Manor3X1Edgewood Manor3BR,$0.95
Crown Ave PLEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.90
Drakes Landing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.92
Greenview East2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.74
Bellemont Victoria IA2P1BR,1BA$0.99
Dali Place3 Bedroom/1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zachary

What type of rentals are currently available in Zachary?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Zachary, LA with pricing that ranges from $556 to $3,000. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Zachary ranging from $675 to $2,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Zachary?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Zachary ranges from $675 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,189.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Zachary?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Zachary range from $556 to $2,629, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $840 to $2,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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