Cheap Homes for Rent in the Melrose Place Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $750 (5 Rentals)

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Melrose Place, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

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. Copper Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Melrose Place apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dali Place2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$725
Copper RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$740
Scarlet OakOne Bedroom - Classic1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Place, LA

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose Place area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Pelican Bay in the in the Goodwood neighborhood starting from $1,039. The second greatest value Melrose Place apartment is the One Bedroom B Model at Provincial North Apartments starting at $1,057 with a $1.41 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pelican Bay2x22BR,2BA$1.26
Provincial North ApartmentsOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1.41
Dali Place3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$1.06
Ardendale Oaks Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Scarlet OakOne Bed Townhome - Classic1BR,1BA$1.17
Bellecour Crossings1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
Peaks of Baton Rouge - Ages 55+ Luxury LivingOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.34
Copper RidgeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.43
Come Home to Spanish OaksStudio, 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Melrose Place, Baton Rouge, LA

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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose Place

What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose Place?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in Melrose Place, LA with pricing that ranges from $257 to $1,714. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose Place ranging from $750 to $1,650.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose Place?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose Place ranges from $750 to $1,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,060.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Melrose Place?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Melrose Place range from $556 to $1,714, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $1,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,321.

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