
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capital Heights Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $500 (19 Rentals)
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Point at Mid City

Progress Park

The Villas

Palmer Club

Bienville Towers
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Parc at Mid City

4735 Government St, Unit 104

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River Pines

688 N 39th St

Come Home to Spanish Oaks
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4735 government St

Lynn Apartments

636 N 39th St

Renaissance Gateway

The Patrician

234 Richland Ave
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Capital Heights, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capital Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $257 | $1,619 |
| Capital Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $775 | $1,700 |
| Capital Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $556 | $2,371 |
| Capital Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Capital Heights Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available Capital Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capital Heights area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Progress Park priced from $630. The Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Capital Heights apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
| The Villas | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Palmer Club | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Come Home to Spanish Oaks | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Bienville Towers | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capital Heights, LA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capital Heights area is the $0.74 price per square foot Four Bedroom Two Bath Model at College Park Apartments in the in the Valley Park neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Capital Heights apartment is the 2 bedroom Townhouse Model at The Villas starting at $950 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capital Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Park Apartments | Four Bedroom Two Bath | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| The Villas | 2 bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Ole Towne | BIRDIE | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Bienville Towers | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Shadow Creek | STREAM | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Progress Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Palmer Club | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Parc at Mid City | CLAYCUT - RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Come Home to Spanish Oaks | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapital Heights, Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked #48
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capital Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capital Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Capital Heights is Progress Park which is listed at $630, while the average apartment in Capital Heights costs $1,225.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capital Heights?
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 23 regular apartments in Capital Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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