Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Garden District Baton Rouge, LA from $695 (38 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 564 Cotton St

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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564 Cotton St

Baton RougeLA70802
property at 4812 Convention St

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

4812 Convention St

Baton RougeLA70806

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The Hive @ 3rd
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$1,083 - $1,471
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The Hive @ 3rd

1925 N 3rd StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Mid City Gardens
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Mid City Gardens

1690 North BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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W Grant Apartments
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W Grant Apartments

973 W Grant StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Shadow Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

Shadow Creek

950 S Foster DrBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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The Elysian II
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The Elysian II

744 N 11th StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Elysian III
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Elysian III

1205 North StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Ole Towne
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Ole Towne

1607 College DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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234 Richland Ave
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234 Richland Ave

234 Richland AveBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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The Patrician
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The Patrician

5002-5244 Claycut RdBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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Baton Rouge's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Baton Rouge and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert Melissa Maxwell

property at 408 E State St

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408 E State St, Unit B, Unit B

408 E State St
Baton RougeLA70802

Garden District, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Academics, Apartments, and Authentic Jambalaya: Living the College Rental Life in Baton Rouge

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Garden District, Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #22

Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Garden District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Garden District is under $832.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Garden District?

The cheapest apartment in Garden District is The Villas which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Garden District costs $4,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Garden District?

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 118 regular apartments in Garden District 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 Garden District?

Cheap apartments in Garden District have an average cost of $544 which is $3,456 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garden District.

Expert Rental Resources

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The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and the second most populous city right after New Orleans. Like New Orleans, Baton Rouge is culturally rich and located right on the banks of the Mississippi River.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.