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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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8531 Rush Ave, Unit B

8531 Rush Ave
Baton RougeLA70810

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

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Baton Rouge, LA

Pricing Updated: 11/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Baton Rouge, LA area range in price from $625 to $5,500 with an overall median price of $2,267. The three Baton Rouge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookstown at $695, Merrydale at $750, and Capital Heights at $985. 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$1,200$69518
Merrydale$1,297$75020
Capital Heights$1,400$98510
Brownfields$1,475$75028
Lobdell-Woodale$1,500$9753
Greenwell Springs-Central$1,525$7958
Brightside$1,575$89513
Tigerland$1,575$89513
Flower Streets$1,587$7959
Louisiana State University$1,587$9009

Cheapest Available Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Drakes Landing in the Istrouma neighborhood priced from $257. Ardendale Oaks Apartments in the Goodwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $577. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Baton Rouge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Drakes Landing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$257
Ardendale Oaks Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$577
Oakland Apartments & CottagesApartment1BR,1BA$625
Elevate at Highland-Under New ManagementThe Dietzel: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$626
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$628
Bellemont Victoria IIA1L1BR,1BA$629
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$630
Choctaw Lodge- Income RestrictedStudio/efficiencyStudio,1BA$675
Park RegencySTUDIOStudio,1BA$680
The Villas1 bedroom1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baton Rouge area is the $0.71 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished Model at The Villas at Riverbend in the in the Highlands-Perkins neighborhood starting from $1,060. The second greatest value Baton Rouge apartment is the 3 Cottage Upper Deck Model at Arlington Cottages and Townhomes starting at $979 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Southdowns 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.
The Villas at Riverbend2BR/2.5BA - Furnished2BR,2.5BA$0.71
Arlington Cottages and Townhomes3 Cottage Upper Deck3BR,3BA$0.73
The OliverD14BR,2BA$0.43
University GrovePelican3BR,3BA$0.69
Maison Burbank2x12BR,2BA$0.67
Port Royal Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.82
4212 Oxford Ave, Unit # 34212 Oxford Ave2BR,1BA$0.71
2631 Manchester Dr, Unit 12631 Manchester Dr2BR,2BA$0.80
Waterside CondominiumsTownhouse1BR,1BA$0.78
Broadmoor Plantation Apartments1BR | 1BA1BR,1BA$0.84

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Baton Rouge, LA
Population: 221,599

Ranked #99

in US Census Population by City

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Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #1

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Frequently Asked Questions about Baton Rouge

What type of rentals are currently available in Baton Rouge?

There are currently 758 Apartments for Rent in Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $300 to $8,155. There are also 319 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Baton Rouge ranging from $675 to $5,500.

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 $675 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,814.

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 $8,155, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $445.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.