
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scotlandville Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $400 (15 Rentals)
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Scotlandville, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotlandville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotlandville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $907 | $452 | $1,239 |
| Scotlandville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $583 | $1,158 |
| Scotlandville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $725 | $1,341 |
| Scotlandville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $869 | $1,495 |
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Cheapest Available Scotlandville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Scotlandville area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Palms Apartments priced from $750. Crown Ave PLEX has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Scotlandville apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palms Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Crown Ave PLEX | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Jaguar Plaza | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Howell Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $874 |
| The Gardens Senior Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $903 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotlandville, LA
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scotlandville 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 Scotlandville apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Howell Place 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 Scotlandville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Ave PLEX | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Howell Place | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Pirates Bend | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Square One | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Reserve at Howell Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Cadence at Southern | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Gardens Senior Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Jaguar Plaza | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Palms Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleScotlandville, Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked #57
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Scotlandville, Baton Rouge, LA
Ryan Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scotlandville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Scotlandville?
The cheapest apartment in Scotlandville is The Palms Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Scotlandville costs $1,194.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Scotlandville?
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 76 regular apartments in Scotlandville 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 Scotlandville?
Cheap apartments in Scotlandville have an average cost of $1,001 which is $193 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scotlandville.
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