Cheap Homes for Rent in Merrydale Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $500 (6 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Meadowbrook Apartments priced from $700. Bellemont Victoria I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable Merrydale apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadowbrook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Bellemont Victoria IA2L1BR,1BA$729
The Palms Apartments1/11BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrydale, LA

As of January 23, 2026 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 A1P Model at Bellemont Victoria I starting at $749 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Contana Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrydale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Port Royal Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.82
Bellemont Victoria IA1P1BR,1BA$1.00
Reserve At Joor1X11BR,1BA$1.34
The Palms Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1.38
Meadowbrook ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.75

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrydale

What type of rentals are currently available in Merrydale?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Merrydale, LA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $1,762. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merrydale ranging from $575 to $2,450.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merrydale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merrydale ranges from $575 to $2,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,151.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merrydale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merrydale range from $925 to $1,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $875 to $1,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,762.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.