
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (21 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old South Baton Rouge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Old South Baton Rouge Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
Old South Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $700 | $1,500 |
Old South Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $900 | $1,735 |
Old South Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Old South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Bengal | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
W Grant Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
The Cove at State Street | D2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
River House | BRAND NEW PHASE 2 - One Bedroom Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
200 Water Street Apartments | 2 bed 2 bath 1180 sf | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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200 Water Street Apartments | 2 bed 2 bath 1179 sf | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
Altitude Baton Rouge | B2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
158 W Chimes St, Unit 1 | 158 W Chimes St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
The Cove at State Street | Cottage1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
656 Beauregard St, Unit Downstairs Sm | 656 Beauregard St | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
River House | Bocage | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
157 E State St, Unit 6 | 157 E State St | Studio ,1BA | $1.36 |
The Bengal | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
W Grant Apartments | Furnished 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA
McKinley Senior High School
McKinley Middle Magnet School
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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.
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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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