
Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (4 Rentals)
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1161 N 47th St
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Midtown, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Midtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Midtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,125 | $775 | $1,650 |
Midtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,564 | $700 | $2,495 |
Midtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Midtown Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, LA
As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2 bedroom TH Model at The Villas in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Midtown 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 Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Villas | 2 bedroom TH | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Drakes Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Ingleside Gardens | 2 BED 1.5 BATH TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
Greenview East | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
3737 Maywood Ave, Unit Front house | 3737 Maywood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Patiohouse Apartments | Patiohouse 1 One Bedroom TH + Bonus Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Provincial North Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Progress Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Parc at Mid City | CLAYCUT - RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Ardendale Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown?
There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Midtown, LA with pricing that ranges from $556 to $2,988. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown ranging from $700 to $2,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Midtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown ranges from $700 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,267.
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