
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Place Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $300 (9 Rentals)
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Melrose Place, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose Place?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose Place Studio Apartments | $890 | $760 | $1,420 |
Melrose Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,092 | $672 | $1,586 |
Melrose Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $635 | $2,528 |
Melrose Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $556 | $2,065 |
Melrose Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $1,321 | $1,572 |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose Place area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Drakes Landing priced from $257. Woodcrest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $300. Here are the most affordable Melrose Place apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Drakes Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $257 |
Woodcrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $300 |
Ardendale Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $672 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Place, LA
As of May 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose Place area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Woodcrest Apartments in the in the Goodwood neighborhood starting from $1,252. The second greatest value Melrose Place apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Drakes Landing starting at $887 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Istrouma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose Place apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Woodcrest Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
Drakes Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Peaks of Baton Rouge - Ages 55+ Luxury Living | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Greenview East | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom W/D | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Dali Place | 3 Bedroom/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Bellemont Victoria I | A1P | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Savoy Plaza | 1X1 N | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Pine Square Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Pelican Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Ardendale Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMelrose Place, Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked #38
Among neighborhoods in Baton Rouge, LA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Melrose Place Neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Place Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose Place?
The cheapest apartment in Melrose Place is Drakes Landing which is listed at $257, while the average apartment in Melrose Place costs $1,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melrose Place?
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 63 regular apartments in Melrose Place 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 Melrose Place?
Cheap apartments in Melrose Place have an average cost of $432 which is $928 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melrose Place.
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