Cheap Homes for Rent in Capital Heights Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (4 Rentals)

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Capital Heights, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capital Heights, LA

As of June 22, 2025 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 TH Model at The Villas starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
College Park ApartmentsFour Bedroom Two Bath4BR,2BA$0.74
The Villas2 bedroom TH2BR,1BA$1.30
Drakes Landing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.92
Ingleside Gardens2 BED 1.5 BATH TH2BR,1.5BA$1.21
Patiohouse ApartmentsPatiohouse 1 One Bedroom TH + Bonus Loft1BR,1BA$1.50
Bienville TowersOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.15
Shadow Creek1-1B1BR,1BA$1.34
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.89
Fairway View1 Bedroom 1 Bath 632sq.ft.1BR,1BA$1.46
Parc at Mid CityCLAYCUT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1.52

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Frequently Asked Questions about Capital Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Capital Heights?

There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Capital Heights, LA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $1,750. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capital Heights ranging from $700 to $2,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Capital Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Capital Heights ranges from $700 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,168.

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