
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $475 (94 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge.


3139 Addison St, Unit 2

5218 E Brookstown Dr

5133 Annette St

1177 N 37th St

3185 Calumet St

5346 McClelland Dr

3054 Hiawatha St

334 Gebelin St

2730 Hollywood St
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3320 Geronimo St

2028 Colorado St

2680 North Blvd, Unit 3

4731 E Brookstown Dr

4942 Osborne Ave

9438 Dorchester Dr

3160 Wyandotte St

1657 N 38th St

4854 Osborne Ave

4547 Alvin Dark Ave
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3705 Monroe Ave

5131 Osborne Ave

5736 Breckenridge Ave

3264 Dougherty Dr

1356 N 23rd St

1308 N 44th St

1654 Clear Lake Ave, Unit A

1648 Starboard Dr, Unit C

2115 Virginia St

2243 Missouri St
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2014 N 17th St

867 N 39th St

3227 Toulon Dr

3237 Toulon Dr

12648 Brogdon Ln

5818 Comish Dr

3125 Toulon Dr

3135 Toulon Dr

3145 Toulon Dr

3544 Yorkfield Dr
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155 Marilyn Dr, Unit 48B

1833 Ryder, Unit 4

900 Dean Lee Dr

11550 Southfork Ave, Unit 212

10952 Cherry Hill Ave

3265 Chippewa St

5010 Oaklon Ave

11271 Florida Blvd

837 N 6th St, Unit 6

1622 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D
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Downtown Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Baton Rouge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,151 | $475 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,759 | $525 | $3,800 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,405 | $900 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,431 | $2,200 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 94 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Baton Rouge Homes for Rent
 The cheapest available rental home in the Downtown Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 2 Beds home found at 3544 Yorkfield Dr priced from $900. 11271 Florida Blvd has the second lowest priced home, which is a 2 Beds rental home currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Baton Rouge homes for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Home Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3544 Yorkfield Dr | 3544 Yorkfield Dr | 2BR, 2BA | $900 |
| 11271 Florida Blvd | 11271 Florida Blvd | 2BR, 1BA | $950 |
| 1241 S 18th St | 1241 S 18th St | 1BR, 1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Homes for Rent in Downtown Baton Rouge, LA
As of September 23, 2026 the best value rental home in the Downtown Baton Rouge area is the $0.90 price per square foot 5731 Trenton Ave Model at 5731 Trenton Ave in the Valley Park neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Baton Rouge rental home is the 5255 Breckenridge Ave Model at 5255 Breckenridge Ave in the Istrouma neighborhood starting at $1,850 with a $0.89 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Baton Rouge homes based on price per square foot:
| Home Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5731 Trenton Ave | 5731 Trenton Ave | 4BR, 3BA | $0.90 |
| 5255 Breckenridge Ave | 5255 Breckenridge Ave | 3BR, 3BA | $0.89 |
| 1720 Nicholson Dr | 1720 Nicholson Dr | 3BR, 2BA | $0.90 |
| 9161 Meadowood St | 9161 Meadowood St | 3BR, 2BA | $0.89 |
| 729 Royal St | 729 Royal St | 3BR, 2BA | $0.94 |
| 1545 Sharlo Ave | 1545 Sharlo Ave | 3BR, 2.5BA | $0.79 |
| 155 Marilyn Dr, Unit 48B | 155 Marilyn Dr | 2BR, 2.5BA | $0.73 |
| 3544 Yorkfield Dr | 3544 Yorkfield Dr | 2BR, 2BA | $0.75 |
| 10290 W Winston Ave, Unit 14 | 10290 W Winston Ave | 2BR, 3BA | $0.88 |
| 1833 Ryder, Unit Unit 4 | 1833 Ryder | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Baton Rouge
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Baton Rouge?
There are currently 726 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $257 to $4,653. There are also 288 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Baton Rouge ranging from $475 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Baton Rouge?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Baton Rouge ranges from $475 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,601.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Baton Rouge?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Baton Rouge range from $556 to $4,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $525 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $450.
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I'm Melissa, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Baton Rouge. If you like a big city vibe with all the amenities but also like the vibe of a friendly, tight-knit community, Baton Rouge is the place for you.

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