
Homes for Rent in the Downtown Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA Under $1,500 (160 Rentals)


829 E Boyd Dr, Unit D

7091 Perkins Place Ct, Unit 7091

6044 Parkcrest Ct

849 Geranium St

2236 Perkins Rd

1726 Brightside Dr, Unit C

1820 Jade Ave, Unit Comdo

1708 Brightside Dr, Unit D

7066 Calumet St
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612 S Kenilworth Pky, Unit 1

1672 Brightside Dr, Unit C

1718 Brightside Dr, Unit a

3432 Yorkfield Dr

1833 Ryder, Unit 4

1356 N 23rd St

1246 Sharlo Ave

3491 N Acadian Thruway

14140 Azalea Park Ave, Unit C

1612 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit A
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837 N 6th St, Unit 6

3737 Maywood Ave, Unit 2

1744 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D

3737 Maywood Ave, Unit 1/2

1634 Clear Lake Ave, Unit D

2121 Lobdell Blvd, Unit H89

8240 Ned Ave, Unit D

2389 Tennessee St

4242 Gurney St

5266 Jackson Ave
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5465 Jefferson Ave

1550 Sharlo Ave

1550 Sharlo Ave

1550 Sharlo Ave

1730 Brightside Dr, Unit C

9851 Jefferson Hwy

6289 Arbor Vitae Dr

10625 Florida Blvd, Unit 23

13706 Goodwood Dr

4949 Enterprise St
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2854 Yazoo St

11271 Florida Blvd

5518 Moorstone Dr

1241 S 18th St

3324 Elm Dr

16168 Old Hammond Hwy

8539 Longwood View Ave

628 S Acadian Thruway

3486 Delaware St

1548 S Acadian Thruway
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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 | $1,194 | $650 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,909 | $700 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,306 | $900 | $3,900 |
| Downtown Baton Rouge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,770 | $2,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 160 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA
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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 702 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $257 to $4,708. There are also 325 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Baton Rouge ranging from $599 to $5,000.
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 $599 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,697.
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 $700 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $450.
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