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Central, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Central, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at BRCC Apartments in the Sherwood neighborhood priced from $720. City Heights Denham Springs (C.H.A.M.) in the Greenwell Springs-Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BRCC ApartmentsLambert1BR,1BA$720
City Heights Denham Springs (C.H.A.M.)1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Parc At Denham SpringsA1BR,1BA$1,014
Reserve At Joor1X11BR,1BA$1,134
The Reserve at Shoe CreekA11BR,1BA$1,180

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, LA and Nearby

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.29 price per square foot A Model at Parc At Denham Springs in the in the Greenwell Springs-Central neighborhood starting from $1,014. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 1X1 Model at Reserve At Joor starting at $1,134 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Howell Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parc At Denham SpringsA1BR,1BA$1.29
Reserve At Joor1X11BR,1BA$1.58
City Heights Denham Springs (C.H.A.M.)1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Martin LandingThe Sand Martin1BR,1BA$1.80
The Reserve at Shoe CreekA11BR,1BA$1.77
BRCC ApartmentsSweetheart1BR,1BA$1.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Central?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Central, LA with pricing that ranges from $720 to $2,580. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central ranging from $750 to $2,600.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central ranges from $750 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,410.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central range from $1,005 to $2,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,674.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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