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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baton Rouge, LA

Pricing Updated: 06/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Baton Rouge, LA area range in price from $550 to $5,500 with an overall median price of $2,261. The three Baton Rouge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookstown at $700, Capital Heights at $700, and Merrydale at $750. 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$1,150$7008
Capital Heights$1,200$7008
Merrydale$1,200$7509
Louisiana State University$1,287$9009
Brownfields$1,300$75014
Howell Park$1,350$65033
Istrouma$1,400$55039
Mid City South$1,400$65015
Victoria Gardens$1,400$65023
Mid City Baton Rouge$1,447$55074

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. 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 Baton Rouge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Drakes Landing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$257
Woodcrest Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$300
Scott School Apartment HomesSROStudio,1BA$450
Kingston Point (Patriot Point of Baton Rouge)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$550
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$595
Choctaw Lodge- Income RestrictedStudio/efficiencyStudio,1BA$595
City View Apartments - Internet Included!StudioStudio,1BA$600
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$628
The BengalA31BR,1BA$649
Cambridge on the Green0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baton Rouge area is the $0.33 price per square foot 4523 Alvin Dark Ave Model at 4523 Alvin Dark Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Southdowns neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Baton Rouge apartment is the Four Bedroom Two Bath Model at College Park Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Valley Park 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.
4523 Alvin Dark Ave, Unit 44523 Alvin Dark Ave1BR,1BA$0.33
College Park ApartmentsFour Bedroom Two Bath4BR,2BA$0.74
The Villas at Riverbend2BR/2.5BA - Furnished2BR,2.5BA$0.67
Arlington Cottages and Townhomes3 Cottage Upper Deck3BR,3BA$0.71
Altitude Baton RougeC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.60
University GrovePelican3BR,3BA$0.64
MAISON BurbankThe Bayou4BR,2BA$0.53
The OliverC13BR,3BA$0.61
Greenview East2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$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 Scott School Apartment Homes listed at $450.

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 $300 at Woodcrest Apartments.

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

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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