
Cheap Low Income Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA from $300 (31 Rentals)
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Woodcrest Apartments

Jaguar Plaza

Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted

Progress Park

Meadowbrook Apartments

Edgewood Manor
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Lotus Village Senior Living

Sherwood Oaks

Valencia Park

Bellecour Crossings

The Bengal

Port Royal Apartments

Peaks of Baton Rouge - Ages 55+ Luxury Living
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Corona Apartments

The Reserve At White Oak

Mallard Crossing Apartments

The Gardens Senior Apartments

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Reserve at Jefferson Crossing
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Jefferson Lakes Apartments

Acadian Place Apartments

Reserve At Joor

Reserve at Howell Place

Motor City Apartments

Beltline Townhomes

Howell Place
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Meadows at Nicholson

Atlas at St. George

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Spring Tree Apartments
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 | $1,064 | $600 | $1,649 |
| Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $257 | $3,863 |
| Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $300 | $5,830 |
| Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $556 | $7,356 |
| Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $445 | $3,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baton Rouge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Baton Rouge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baton Rouge is under $700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baton Rouge?
The cheapest apartment in Baton Rouge is Oakland Apartments & Cottages which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Baton Rouge costs $1,956.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baton Rouge?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3,473 regular apartments in Baton Rouge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Baton Rouge?
Cheap apartments in Baton Rouge have an average cost of $583 which is $1,373 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baton Rouge.
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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.