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Waterside Condominiums
1425 Lake Calais CtBaton Rouge, LA 70808
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $675 (110 Rentals)
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$770 - $1,2951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Devonshire Apartments
11620 Airline HwyBaton Rouge, LA 70816
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$775 - $950Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Willow View II Apartments
8069-8122 Ned AveBaton Rouge, LA 70820
8366 Governor Dr
Baton RougeLA70820
2265 Anne Marie Dr
Baton RougeLA70820
2647 Amanda Dr
Baton RougeLA70810
8556 Leake Ave
Baton RougeLA70810
2132 Gardere Ln
Baton RougeLA70820
9141 Ridge Pecan Dr
Baton RougeLA70810
8469 Governor Dr
Baton RougeLA70820
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Jefferson Lakes Apartments
12400 Jefferson HwyBaton Rouge, LA 70816
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$8502 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
1648 Starboard Dr, Unit Sable Chase
1648 Starboard DrBaton Rouge, LA 70820
1654 Clear Lake Ave, Unit A
1654 Clear Lake Ave
Baton RougeLA70808
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1648 Starboard Dr, Unit C
1648 Starboard DrBaton Rouge, LA 70820
2266 Anne Marie Dr, Unit C
2266 Anne Marie Dr
Baton RougeLA70820
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1654 Clear Lake Ave, Unit A
1654 Clear Lake AveBaton Rouge, LA 70808
1643 Cedar Lake Dr
Baton RougeLA70808
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$875
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1638 Starboard Dr
1638 Starboard DrBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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Chestnut Ridge Apartments
8686 Coy AveBaton Rouge, LA 70810
1833 Ryder, Unit 4
1833 Ryder
Baton RougeLA70810
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$900
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1961 Southpointe Dr, Unit 3
1961 Southpointe DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
1658 Starboard Dr
Baton RougeLA70820
8747 Granite Dr
Baton RougeLA70810
2266 Anne Marie Dr
Baton RougeLA70820
1717 Jade Ave
Baton RougeLA70810
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$905 - $1,225
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Veridian Apartment Homes
515 Gardere LnBaton Rouge, LA 70820
8845 GSRI Ave
Baton RougeLA70810
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$925 - $1,0502 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
8023 Bayou Fountain Ave
8023 Bayou Fountain AveBaton Rouge, LA 70820
1825 Starboard Dr
Baton RougeLA70820
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Bluebonnet Ridge
10624 Glenstone CtBaton Rouge, LA 70810
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7724 Bles Ave
Baton RougeLA70810
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1744 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D
1744 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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$950
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1714 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit C
1714 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
1736 Jade Ave
Baton RougeLA70810
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1642 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit B
1642 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1652 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D
1652 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
1642 Cedar Lake Dr
Baton RougeLA70808
1652 Cedar Lake Dr
Baton RougeLA70808
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1622 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D
1622 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1724 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D
1724 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1622 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D
1622 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1724 Cedar Lake Dr
1724 Cedar Lake DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
8144 Jefferson Park Dr
Baton RougeLA70817
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$972 - $1,3111 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oakleigh Apartments
11580 Perkins RdBaton Rouge, LA 70810
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The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place
9989 Burbank DrBaton Rouge, LA 70810
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$975 - $1,1252 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
8144 Bayou Fountain Ave
8144 Bayou Fountain AveBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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$975 - $1,495
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Shenandoah Bend
15959 Tiger Bend RdBaton Rouge, LA 70817
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8911 GSRI Ave, Unit 1307
8911 GSRI AveBaton Rouge, LA 70810
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6367 Quin Dr, Unit CarterLefacy
6367 Quin DrBaton Rouge, LA 70817
5232 BUTTERCREEK LN, F6, Unit F6
5232F Butter Creek Ln
Baton RougeLA70809
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South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Baton Rouge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Baton Rouge Studio Apartments | $1,065 | $775 | $1,305 |
| South Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,289 | $675 | $2,550 |
| South Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $800 | $2,950 |
| South Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,100 | $3,638 |
| South Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $1,850 | $2,903 |
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Cheapest Available South Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Waterside Condominiums priced from $675. Devonshire Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable South Baton Rouge apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Devonshire Apartments | 1 BR|1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Willow View II Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Jefferson Lakes Apartments | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Anne Marie Drive | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | Franklin Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1717 Jade Avenue | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Baton Rouge area is the $1.04 price per square foot C1 Model at The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place in the in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,262. The second greatest value South Baton Rouge apartment is the 6327 Quin Dr Model at 6327 Quin Dr, Unit Apartment B starting at $1,150 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Sherwood Forest Office Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Baton Rouge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 6327 Quin Dr, Unit Apartment B | 6327 Quin Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| 8911 GSRI Ave, Unit 1307 | 8911 GSRI Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Siegen Calais Apartments | 4 bedroom | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Anne Marie Drive | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| 1717 Jade Avenue | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| 1648 Starboard Dr, Unit Sable Chase | 1648 Starboard Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 1638 Starboard Dr | 1638 Starboard Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 1654 Clear Lake Ave, Unit A | 1654 Clear Lake Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Academics, Apartments, and Authentic Jambalaya: Living the College Rental Life in Baton Rouge
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Baton Rouge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Baton Rouge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Baton Rouge is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Baton Rouge?
The cheapest apartment in South Baton Rouge is Waterside Condominiums which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in South Baton Rouge costs $1,314.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 31 regular apartments in 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 South Baton Rouge?
Cheap apartments in South Baton Rouge have an average cost of $269 which is $1,045 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Baton Rouge.
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Academics, Apartments, and Authentic Jambalaya: Living the College Rental Life in Baton Rouge
Written by: Melissa Maxwell
I'm Melissa, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Baton Rouge. If you like a big city vibe with all the amenities but also like the vibe of a friendly, tight-knit community, Baton Rouge is the place for you.
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.