Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (21 Rentals)

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Jonte Lake Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jonte Lake Apartments

1147 W Chimes StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Tiger Manor Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tiger Manor Apartments

3033 July StBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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Heidi Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heidi Apartments

3262 Wyoming StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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2930 Wyoming St
Studio Apartments

2930 Wyoming St

2928-2968 Wyoming StBaton Rouge, LA 70802

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2828 Alaska St
Studio Apartments

2828 Alaska St

2828 Alaska StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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2640 Alaska St
Studio Apartments

2640 Alaska St

2640 Alaska StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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3250 Carlotta St
Studio Apartments

3250 Carlotta St

3250 Carlotta StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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The Column
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Column

2715-2785 Nicholson DrBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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1205 W Chimes St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1205 W Chimes St

1205 W Chimes StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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2720 Alaska St
Studio Apartments

2720 Alaska St

2720 Alaska StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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842 Geranium St
1 Bedroom Apartments

842 Geranium St

842 Geranium StBaton Rouge, LA 70802

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Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old South Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old South Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Bengal priced from $799. W Grant Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Old South Baton Rouge apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The BengalA31BR,1BA$799
W Grant Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$895
The Cove at State StreetD21BR,1BA$1,025
River HouseBRAND NEW PHASE 2 - One Bedroom Lofts1BR,1BA$1,105
200 Water Street Apartments2 bed 2 bath 1180 sf2BR,2BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old South Baton Rouge, LA

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old South Baton Rouge area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath 1179 sf Model at 200 Water Street Apartments in the in the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Old South Baton Rouge apartment is the B2 - 2x2 Model at Altitude Baton Rouge starting at $915 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Louisiana State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old South Baton Rouge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
200 Water Street Apartments2 bed 2 bath 1179 sf2BR,2BA$2.21
Altitude Baton RougeB2 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.11
158 W Chimes St, Unit 1158 W Chimes St1BR,1BA$1.08
The Cove at State StreetCottage11BR,1BA$1.74
656 Beauregard St, Unit Downstairs Sm656 Beauregard St1BR,1BA$1.29
River HouseBocage1BR,1BA$2.22
157 E State St, Unit 6157 E State StStudio ,1BA$1.36
The BengalA21BR,1BA$1.59
W Grant ApartmentsFurnished 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.50

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #34

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 Old South Baton Rouge Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in Old South Baton Rouge is The Bengal which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Old South Baton Rouge costs $1,095.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old South 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 19 regular apartments in Old South Baton Rouge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.