
Cheap 4 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $450 (8 Rentals)


Flat Iron

Cambridge Apartments

College Park Apartments
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Downtown Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Baton Rouge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Baton Rouge Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $600 | $1,569 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $257 | $2,550 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $679 | $4,409 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $556 | $4,300 |
Downtown Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,673 | $450 | $3,550 |
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Academics, Apartments, and Authentic Jambalaya: Living the College Rental Life in Baton Rouge
Discover Baton Rouge's big-city vibe, historic charm, and famous Cajun/Creole cuisine. Your Local Expert explores LSU, Southern University, FranU, and more, helping you find the perfect diverse neighborhood and apartment to fit your student life and budget.
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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked #1
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA
The Dufrocq School
Baton Rouge Magnet High School
McKinley Middle Magnet School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Baton Rouge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Baton Rouge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Baton Rouge is under $700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Baton Rouge?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Baton Rouge is Oakland Apartments & Cottages which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Downtown Baton Rouge costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 250 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Baton Rouge?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Baton Rouge have an average cost of $335 which is $3,665 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Baton Rouge.
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The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.