
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA Under $1,200 (181 Rentals)


Camden Lake

The Reserve At White Oak

Zurqui at South Park

Copper Ridge

Cypress Way

The Cove at State Street

Atlas at Lakeview

Bellecour Crossings

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Cypress Park Apartments
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The Warwick - Utilities Included

Parc at Mid City

Devonshire Apartments

Gates at Citiplace

Cambridge Apartments

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Shenandoah Bend

Ole London Towne - Utilities Included

Jefferson Shadows

Chateaux Dijon Apartments

Atlas at Foresthaven
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Park Regency

The Arts Apartments at Jefferson Heights

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Ardendale Oaks Apartments

Bienville Towers

The Villas at Stone Creek

Tiger Den Apartments

Atlas at St. George

Savoy Plaza

Meadowbrook Apartments
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Elevate at Highland-Under New Management

Jaguar Plaza

City View Apartments - Internet Included!

The Addison Apartments

The Bloom at Windermere

Regency Club

Regent Apartment Homes

Goodwood Court at Mid-City

Palmer Club

Springbrook
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The Hive @ 3rd

Kenilworth Ridge... A Hidden Jewel!

Bellemont Victoria I

Muriel Crossing Apartments

Cobblestone at Essen - NEW UPGRADES!

The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place

Bellemont Victoria II

The Villas on Brightside

Park East Apartments

The Bengal
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Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baton Rouge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge Studio Apartments | $1,058 | $600 | $1,569 |
| Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $257 | $5,418 |
| Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $514 | $4,842 |
| Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $556 | $10,000+ |
| Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $450 | $3,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Baton Rouge Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Baton Rouge with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Baton Rouge is at Oakland Apartments & Cottages listed at $625.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Baton Rouge Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Baton Rouge is $1,159.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Baton Rouge Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Baton Rouge is a 1,160 square feet unit starting from $1,800 at Kress Condominiums.
What is the average size for Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Baton Rouge is currently 888 sq ft.
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The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Written by: Melissa Maxwell
Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and the second most populous city right after New Orleans. Like New Orleans, Baton Rouge is culturally rich and located right on the banks of the Mississippi River.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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