
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brightside Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $450 (37 Rentals)
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The Villas on Brightside

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4518 Y A Tittle Ave

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Les Chenes

5124 Brightside View Dr

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900 Dean Lee Dr

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1855 Brightside Dr

4547 Alvin Dark

1724 Brightside Dr

5293 S Brightside View Dr

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brightside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightside Studio Apartments | $813 | $600 | $1,420 |
| Brightside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $876 | $695 | $1,520 |
| Brightside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $955 | $689 | $1,920 |
| Brightside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $569 | $3,588 |
| Brightside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $450 | $3,550 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Brightside Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available Brightside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brightside area of Baton Rouge, LA is a Studio unit found at Pied Piper Apartments (Studio/1 Bath) priced from $695. Cambridge on the Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Brightside apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pied Piper Apartments (Studio/1 Bath) | Studio/1 Bath (#20 photos & #26 video) | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Cambridge on the Green | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Vibe Apartments | The Cohen: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath TH | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Tiger Den Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $852 |
| Elevate at Highland | RT106_I The Dwyer: 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $914 |
| Les Chenes | 1 Bed / 1 Bathroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Brightside Manor | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Retreat at Brightside | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,008 |
| The Villas on Brightside | Model 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1,010 |
| Solo Brightside | 1/1 Cottage Homes | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightside, LA
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brightside area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3 Baths Model at Highland Hideaway in the in the Louisiana State University neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Brightside apartment is the 3 Duplex Upper Deck Model at Arlington Cottages and Townhomes starting at $1,009 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Southdowns neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brightside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hideaway | 3 Beds, 3 Baths | 3BR,3BA | $1.13 |
| Arlington Cottages and Townhomes | 3 Duplex Upper Deck | 3BR,3BA | $0.75 |
| University Grove | 3X3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.75 |
| Maison Burbank | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| The Oliver | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.70 |
| Brightside Manor | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| The Villas on Brightside | Model 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Elevate at Highland | RT106_I The Dwyer: 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Vibe Apartments | The Coates: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Campus Crossings on Brightside | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B3 | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
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Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Louisiana including Brightside, Baton Rouge, and the greater Baton Rouge area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brightside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brightside?
The cheapest apartment in Brightside is Cambridge on the Green which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Brightside costs $939.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brightside?
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 42 regular apartments in Brightside 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 Brightside?
Cheap apartments in Brightside have an average cost of $275 which is $664 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brightside.
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