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2730 Hollywood St

1135 Monet Dr

2100 College Dr, Unit 58

12020 Florida Blvd

5382 Frey St

1984 Brightside Dr, Unit 102

5170 Weston

3358 Greenwell St

1333 Laurel St, Unit 1331
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3128 Pampas St

5818 Comish Dr

2839 Amarillo St

8215 Skysail Ave

4325 Dawson Dr

1120 Sherron Ave

303 S 21st St

5081 Baker Blvd

3262 Wyoming St

1120 W Shilo Dr
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5245 Kimberlin Dr

1120 W Shilo Dr

1110 W Shilo Dr

2014 N 17th St

10911 Sullivan Rd

2852 Dayton St

6127 Pontotoc St

2639 Nannette Dr

14818 Forest Grove Ave

2544 Iowa St
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4547 Alvin Dark Ave

1045 Manson Dr

3227 Toulon Dr

3237 Toulon Dr

2920 Sherwood St

1066 Manson Dr

10642 Stanley Aubin Ln

2736 Amarillo St

9048 GSRI Ave

3030 Congress Blvd
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13191 Sunshine Rd

5149 Baker Blvd

1356 N 23rd St

3030 Congress Blvd

4865 Beechwood Dr

1833 Ryder, Unit Unit 4

3243 Oneal Ln, Unit A

14140 Azalea Park Ave

3412 Yorkfield Dr

861 Arlington Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Baton Rouge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,203 | $750 | $3,250 |
| Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $750 | $4,500 |
| Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,161 | $900 | $4,500 |
| Baton Rouge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,625 | $2,000 | $6,000 |
| Baton Rouge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baton Rouge, LA
Pricing Updated: 04/02/2026Current apartment rentals in the Baton Rouge, LA area range in price from $445 to $8,465 with an overall median price of $1,933. The three Baton Rouge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookstown at $600, North Gate at $550, and Flower Streets at $550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Baton Rouge Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookstown | $950 | $600 | 19 |
| North Gate | $1,049 | $550 | 38 |
| Flower Streets | $1,150 | $550 | 57 |
| Old South Baton Rouge | $1,150 | $550 | 59 |
| The Bottom | $1,150 | $550 | 59 |
| Highland Farms | $1,156 | $452 | 27 |
| North Baton Rouge | $1,194 | $452 | 70 |
| Scotlandville | $1,194 | $452 | 68 |
| Brownfields | $1,222 | $600 | 57 |
| Capital Heights | $1,230 | $550 | 91 |
Cheapest Available Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Baton Rouge, LA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jaguar Plaza in the North Baton Rouge neighborhood priced from $583. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar Plaza | Two Bedroom, One Bath HC | 2BR,1BA | $583 |
| Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted | Studio/efficiency | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Oakland Apartments & Cottages | Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Progress Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
| Sherwood Acres | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $636 |
| Park Regency | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $680 |
| Pied Piper | Studio/1 Bath (#20 photos & #26 video) | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| The Villas | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Meadowbrook Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA
As of April 02, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Park Apartments | Four Bedroom Two Bath | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| The Villas at Riverbend | 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.73 |
| Arlington Cottages and Townhomes | 3 Cottage Upper Deck | 3BR,3BA | $0.75 |
| University Grove | 3X3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.70 |
| Fox Hill Apartments | Three Bed Two Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.76 |
| Maison Burbank | 2x1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| The Oliver | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| Crown Ave PLEX | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Broadmoor Plantation Apartments | 1BR | 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baton Rouge
What type of rentals are currently available in Baton Rouge?
There are currently 780 Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $445 to $8,465. There are also 324 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baton Rouge ranging from $600 to $6,000.
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 $600 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,126.
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 $559 to $8,465, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $445.
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The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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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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