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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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Crown Ave PLEX
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crown Ave PLEX

4540 Crown AveBaton Rouge, LA 70811
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Hollywood Homes
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hollywood Homes

5468 E Sunset Hill AveBaton 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 The Palms Apartments priced from $750. Hollywood Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $792. Here are the most affordable North Baton Rouge apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Palms Apartments1/11BR,1BA$750
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$792
Crown Ave PLEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$850
The Gardens Senior Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$903
Reserve at Howell Place1x11BR,1BA$964

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Baton Rouge, LA

As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Baton Rouge area is the $0.85 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Crown Ave PLEX in the in the North Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value North Baton Rouge apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Pirates Bend starting at $1,194 with a $1.26 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.
Crown Ave PLEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.85
Pirates Bend3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.26
Square OneTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.19
Hollywood HeightsShotgun2BR,2BA$1.09
Howell Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.30
Reserve at Howell Place1x11BR,1BA$1.22
Cadence at Southern2X22BR,2BA$1.39
The Gardens Senior Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.24
Jaguar PlazaOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.38
The Palms Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1.38

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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North Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #52

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

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2.5
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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 The Palms Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in North Baton Rouge costs $1,271.

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 78 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 $1,019 which is $252 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Baton Rouge.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.