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property at 1333 Laurel St

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1333 Laurel St, Unit 1331, Unit 1331

1333 Laurel St
Baton RougeLA70802

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property at 4039 Dalton St

$850

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4039 Dalton St

Baton RougeLA70805

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property at 1356 N 23rd St

$900

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1356 N 23rd St

Baton RougeLA70802
property at 1654 Columbus Dunn Dr

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1654 Columbus Dunn Dr

Baton RougeLA70802

Baton Rouge's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baton Rouge, LA

Pricing Updated: 05/18/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Baton Rouge, LA area range in price from $257 to $7,492 with an overall median price of $1,952. The three Baton Rouge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookstown at $600, Highland Farms at $452, and Southdowns at $445. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Baton Rouge Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brookstown$961$60018
Highland Farms$1,156$45229
Southdowns$1,200$445300
Valley Park$1,220$550287
Ogden Park$1,225$63026
Brightside$1,269$445222
North Baton Rouge$1,271$45288
Scotlandville$1,271$45286
Highlands-Perkins$1,284$445458
Monticello Comite$1,287$1,1507

Cheapest Available Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Baton Rouge, LA is a Studio unit found at City View Apartments - Internet Included! in the Southdowns neighborhood priced from $600. Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted in the Istrouma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baton Rouge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City View Apartments - Internet Included!StudioStudio,1BA$600
Choctaw Lodge- Income RestrictedStudio/efficiencyStudio,1BA$600
Oakland Apartments & CottagesApartment1BR,1BA$625
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$630
Waterside CondominiumsTownhouse1BR,1BA$675
Pied Piper Apartments (Studio/1 Bath)Studio/1 Bath (#20 photos & #26 video)Studio,1BA$695
Bella of Baton Rouge Apartments1/1 Renovated1BR,1BA$700
The Villas1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Meadowbrook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Broadmoor Plantation Apartments1BR | 1BA1BR,1BA$720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA

As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished Model at The Villas at Riverbend starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Highlands-Perkins neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baton Rouge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
College Park ApartmentsFour Bedroom Two Bath4BR,2BA$0.74
The Villas at Riverbend2BR/2.5BA - Furnished2BR,2.5BA$0.73
Arc225D4 - 4x4 Upgraded4BR,4BA$0.55
Arlington Cottages and Townhomes3 Cottage3BR,3BA$0.76
University Grove3X33BR,3BA$0.70
Maison Burbank4x24BR,2BA$0.53
8911 GSRI Ave8911 GSRI Ave2BR,2BA$0.82
The OliverC13BR,3BA$0.61
Waterside CondominiumsTownhouse1BR,1BA$0.76
Broadmoor Plantation Apartments1BR | 1BA1BR,1BA$0.84

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Baton Rouge

What type of rentals are currently available in Baton Rouge?

There are currently 778 Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $257 to $7,492. There are also 438 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baton Rouge ranging from $595 to $7,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Baton Rouge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Baton Rouge ranges from $595 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,179.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Baton Rouge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Baton Rouge range from $556 to $7,492, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $445.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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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.