
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merrydale Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $500 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Merrydale area of Baton Rouge.


Bellemont Victoria I

Port Royal Apartments

Fox Hill Apartments

Mallard Crossing Apartments

9209 Great Smokey Ave, Unit C
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Merrydale, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrydale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrydale Studio Apartments | $775 | $775 | $775 |
| Merrydale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $838 | $699 | $1,134 |
| Merrydale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,031 | $800 | $1,270 |
| Merrydale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $925 | $1,580 |
| Merrydale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $1,230 | $1,762 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merrydale Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available Merrydale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merrydale area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bellemont Victoria I priced from $699. Meadowbrook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Merrydale apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellemont Victoria I | A1L | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Meadowbrook Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Fox Hill Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Port Royal Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $846 |
| Mallard Crossing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $903 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrydale, LA
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrydale area is the $0.82 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Port Royal Apartments in the in the Istrouma neighborhood starting from $972. The second greatest value Merrydale apartment is the Three Bed Three Bath Model at Mallard Crossing Apartments starting at $1,142 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrydale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Royal Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Mallard Crossing Apartments | Three Bed Three Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| 9209 Great Smokey Ave, Unit C | 9209 Great Smokey Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Fox Hill Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Bellemont Victoria I | A1P | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 6164 Cyrus Ave, Unit 6164-6166 Cyrus Avenue | 6164 Cyrus Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Reserve At Joor | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Meadowbrook Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerrydale, Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked #30
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Merrydale Neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrydale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrydale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrydale Apartment is $699 at Bellemont Victoria I.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merrydale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merrydale is starting from $800 at Fox Hill Apartments.
What is the most affordable Merrydale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merrydale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Port Royal Apartments and starts from $972.
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