
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Place Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $475 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Melrose Place area of Baton Rouge.


Dali Place

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1175 Monet Dr

Scarlet Oak

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Ardendale Oaks Apartments

Bellecour Crossings
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Provincial North Apartments

Peaks of Baton Rouge - Ages 55+ Luxury Living

Pelican Bay

Melrose Place

Melrose Manor

River Pines

Clover Place
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5131 Osborne Ave

Monet V

Come Home to Spanish Oaks

Monet I
Melrose Place - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Baton Rouge
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1308 N 44th St
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Place Studio Apartments | $750 | $740 | $760 |
| Melrose Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $878 | $257 | $1,092 |
| Melrose Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $976 | $725 | $1,497 |
| Melrose Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $556 | $1,714 |
| Melrose Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $1,321 | $1,572 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Melrose Place Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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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 2 Beds unit found at Dali Place priced from $725. Scarlet Oak has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Melrose Place apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dali Place | 2BR/1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $725 |
| Scarlet Oak | One Bedroom - Classic | 1BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Ardendale Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $793 |
| Bellecour Crossings | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $799 |
| Come Home to Spanish Oaks | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Place, LA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose Place area is the $1.26 price per square foot One Bedroom B Model at Provincial North Apartments in the Istrouma neighborhood starting from $948. The second greatest value Melrose Place apartment is the 3BR/1BA Model at Dali Place in the Istrouma neighborhood starting at $795 with a $1.06 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provincial North Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR, 1BA | $1.26 |
| Dali Place | 3BR/1BA | 3BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| Ardendale Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.10 |
| Scarlet Oak | One Bed Townhome - Classic | 1BR, 1BA | $1.17 |
| Bellecour Crossings | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.20 |
| Peaks of Baton Rouge - Ages 55+ Luxury Living | One Bed One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.34 |
| Pelican Bay | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.40 |
| Come Home to Spanish Oaks | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $2.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMelrose Place, Baton Rouge, LA
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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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 Scarlet Oak which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Melrose Place costs $916.
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 9 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 $312 which is $604 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melrose Place.
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