Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (32 Rentals)

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South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

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 $700. Willow View II Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable South Baton Rouge apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waterside CondominiumsTownhouse1BR,1BA$700
Willow View II ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Oakleigh Apartments1x11BR,1BA$802
Chestnut Ridge ApartmentsFranklin Floor Plan1BR,1BA$895
Veridian Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$895
Jefferson Lakes ApartmentsThe Ash1BR,1BA$900
Devonshire Apartments1 BR|1 BA1BR,1BA$910
The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet PlaceA11BR,1BA$942

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA

As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Baton Rouge area is the $0.75 price per square foot 1819 Southpointe Dr Model at 1819 Southpointe Dr, Unit 3 in the in the Perkins neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value South Baton Rouge apartment is the 2x1 Model at Oakleigh Apartments starting at $1,213 with a $1.01 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1819 Southpointe Dr, Unit 31819 Southpointe Dr2BR,1.5BA$0.75
Oakleigh Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.01
8144 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit B8144 Bayou Fountain Ave2BR,2BA$0.98
8083 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit A8083 Bayou Fountain Ave2BR,2BA$0.98
Waterside CondominiumsTownhouse1BR,1BA$0.78
2255 Anne Marie Dr, Unit CUnit2255 Anne Marie Dr2BR,2BA$0.97
1707 Port Dr, Unit 31707 Port Dr2BR,2BA$1.09
1644 Lake Calais Ct, Unit D1644 Lake Calais Ct2BR,2BA$1.12
8007 Jefferson Park Dr, Unit D8007 Jefferson Park Dr2BR,2BA$1.12
1744 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D1744 Cedar Lake Dr2BR,2BA$1.12

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #24

Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States, including Baton Rouge. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the South Baton Rouge Neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $942.

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 $700, while the average apartment in South Baton Rouge costs $1,850.

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 43 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 $485 which is $1,365 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Baton Rouge.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.