Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $500 (6 Rentals)

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Banyan Trace
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Banyan Trace

5403 Banyan Trace DrBaton Rouge, LA 70805

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Village Green
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village Green

12134 Doverwood DrBaton Rouge, LA 70807
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Elm Drive Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elm Drive Apartments

4250 Elm DrBaton Rouge, LA 70805
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North Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Edgewood Manor priced from $600. The Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable North Baton Rouge apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Edgewood Manor1x1Edgewood Manor1BR,1BA$600
The Palms Apartments1x11BR,1BA$750
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$792

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Baton Rouge, LA

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Baton Rouge 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 North Baton Rouge apartment is the 3X1Edgewood Manor Model at Edgewood Manor starting at $850 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the North Baton Rouge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Baton Rouge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Port Royal Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.82
Edgewood Manor3X1Edgewood Manor3BR,1BA$0.85
Pirates Bend4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.32
Crown Ave PLEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.85
Howell Place3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.33
Square OneTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Hollywood HeightsShotgun2BR,2BA$1.09
Reserve at Howell Place1x11BR,1BA$1.22
The Gardens Senior Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.24
Jaguar PlazaOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.24

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #53

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Baton Rouge Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Baton Rouge?

The cheapest apartment in North Baton Rouge is Edgewood Manor which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in North Baton Rouge costs $1,184.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Baton Rouge?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 84 regular apartments in North Baton Rouge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Baton Rouge?

Cheap apartments in North Baton Rouge have an average cost of $974 which is $210 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Baton Rouge.

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The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and the second most populous city right after New Orleans. Like New Orleans, Baton Rouge is culturally rich and located right on the banks of the Mississippi River.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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