Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (4 Rentals)

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Midtown, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Villas2 bedroom TH2BR,1BA$1.30
Drakes Landing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.92
Ingleside Gardens2 BED 1.5 BATH TH2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Greenview East2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.74
3737 Maywood Ave, Unit Front house3737 Maywood Ave2BR,1BA$1.39
Patiohouse ApartmentsPatiohouse 1 One Bedroom TH + Bonus Loft1BR,1BA$1.50
Provincial North ApartmentsOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1.35
Progress ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.89
Parc at Mid CityCLAYCUT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1.52
Ardendale Oaks Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,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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