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Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baton Rouge, LA

Pricing Updated: 12/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Baton Rouge, LA area range in price from $450 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $2,373. The three Baton Rouge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookstown at $750, The Bottom at $675, and Old South Baton Rouge at $675. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Baton Rouge Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brookstown$1,200$75013
The Bottom$1,300$67512
Old South Baton Rouge$1,322$67513
Capital Heights$1,447$83511
Lobdell-Woodale$1,500$9755
Melrose Place$1,500$7509
Flower Streets$1,575$6756
Baker-Zachary$1,650$75016
Brownfields$1,650$75024
CitiPlace$1,700$75019

Cheapest Available Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Drakes Landing in the Istrouma neighborhood priced from $257. Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted in the Istrouma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baton Rouge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Drakes Landing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$257
Choctaw Lodge- Income RestrictedStudio/efficiencyStudio,1BA$600
Oakland Apartments & CottagesApartment1BR,1BA$625
Elevate at Highland-Under New ManagementThe Dietzel: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$626
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$628
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$630
Ardendale Oaks Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$643
Sherwood Acres1x11BR,1BA$644
Bellemont Victoria IIA1L1BR,1BA$649
City View Apartments - Internet Included!One Bed One Bath - Y.A Tittle1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baton Rouge area is the $0.62 price per square foot 2X2.5 THN Model at Savoy Plaza in the in the Goodwood neighborhood starting from $943. The second greatest value Baton Rouge apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished Model at The Villas at Riverbend starting at $1,070 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Highlands-Perkins neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baton Rouge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Savoy Plaza2X2.5 THN2BR,2.5BA$0.62
The Villas at Riverbend2BR/2.5BA - Furnished2BR,2.5BA$0.71
Arlington Cottages and Townhomes3 Cottage Upper Deck3BR,3BA$0.74
The OliverD14BR,2BA$0.43
University GrovePelican3BR,3BA$0.69
Maison Burbank2x12BR,2BA$0.67
Port Royal Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.82
1080 Buffet St, Unit Apt D1080 Buffet St2BR,2BA$0.83
3076 Nicholson Dr, Unit C3076 Nicholson Dr2BR,1BA$0.74
Waterside CondominiumsTownhouse1BR,1BA$0.78

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Baton Rouge Overview

The French, the Spaniards and Native American Indians are examples of some of the cultures that share a claim to influencing the current culture of Baton Rouge, which is rich, diverse and steeped in community. Geographically located in the Southeast, arguably the best weather in the country, only adds to the allure of this vibrant state capital. Baton Rouge apartments offer residents of various income and lifestyles accessibility to all the available flavors, sounds and cultures that is Baton Rouge.

Why live in Baton Rouge, LA?

It may very well be the most amazing and unique quality of Baton Rouge, it pervades all of Louisiana but perhaps is exhibited no where more clearly than it is in the capital city - community. This is community as it was intended, and that is evidenced by how perfectly the different cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds and potpourri of people live among one another. There is a sense of appreciation and pride of the French, Indian, African (and on and on...) cultures that is witnessed everyday in the shops, restaurants and activities of Baton Rouge. It is this feel of community and love that is behind why so many call this place home.

Baton Rouge, LA
Population: 221,599

Ranked #99

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #1

Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Baton Rouge, LA

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baton Rouge Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Baton Rouge?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baton Rouge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baton Rouge Apartment is $257 at Drakes Landing.

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

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

What is the most affordable Baton Rouge Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Baton Rouge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Drakes Landing and starts from $556.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!