
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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1130 Aster St

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915 S 12th St

2544 Iowa St, Unit 2564
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2389 Tennessee St

West Grant St Apartments

The Bengal

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869 Geranium St

3005 Highland Rd

2151 Olive St
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Old South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old South Baton Rouge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old South Baton Rouge Studio Apartments | $1,031 | $925 | $1,310 |
| Old South Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $550 | $1,451 |
| Old South Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $695 | $2,090 |
| Old South Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $820 | $2,595 |
| Old South Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $840 | $810 | $900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 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 2 Beds unit found at West Grant St Apartments priced from $800. Arc225 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Old South Baton Rouge apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Grant St Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Arc225 | D4 - 4x4 Upgraded | 4BR,4BA | $810 |
| The Bengal | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Cove at State Street | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Magnolia Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old South Baton Rouge, LA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old South Baton Rouge area is the $1.85 price per square foot 1 bed 1.5 bath 1000 sf Model at 200 Water Street Apartments in the in the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Old South Baton Rouge apartment is the B2 - 2x2 Upgraded Model at Arc225 starting at $1,045 with a $1.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Water Street Apartments | 1 bed 1.5 bath 1000 sf | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Arc225 | B2 - 2x2 Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 869 Geranium St | 869 Geranium St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Cove at State Street | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Magnolia Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 860 France St | 860 France St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 915 S 12th St | 915 S 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| River House | F Lofts-PHASE II | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Bengal | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| West Grant St Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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 $825, while the average apartment in Old South Baton Rouge costs $1,450.
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 39 regular apartments in Old South 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 Old South Baton Rouge?
Cheap apartments in Old South Baton Rouge have an average cost of $705 which is $745 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old South Baton Rouge.
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