
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $600 (79 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge.


Willow View II Apartments

1648 Starboard Dr, Unit Sable Chase, Unit Sable Chase

9131 Ridge Pecan Dr

1738 Port Dr

1648 Starboard Dr, Unit C

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Veridian Apartment Homes

Chestnut Ridge Apartments

Atlas at St. George

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1654 Clear Lake Ave, Unit A, Unit A
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9048 GSRI Ave, Unit A

9131A-9149B Ridge Pecan Dr

1833 Ryder, Unit Unit 4, Unit Unit 4

8023 Bayou Fountain Ave

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8084 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit D, Unit D

1744 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D

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1724 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit C, Unit C

1644 Lake Calais Ct, Unit G

1754 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit A

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1714 Cedar Lake Dr
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1644 Lake Calais Ct

Jefferson Lakes Apartments

1707 Port Dr, Unit D

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1707 Port Dr, Unit D, Unit D

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1744 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D, Unit D

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1754 Cedar Lake Dr

Devonshire Apartments

1714 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D

Oakleigh Apartments

8144 Bayou Fountain Ave
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Shenandoah Bend Apartments

8911 GSRI Ave, Unit 1307, Unit 1307

The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place

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7733 Bles Ave, Unit A, Unit A

Live Oaks Apartments

CITISCAPE AT ESSEN

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Ivy Park Apartments

Bristol Place Apartment Homes

1634 Clear Lake Ave, Unit D
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Meadows at Nicholson

9058 GSRI Ave, Unit D

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Turnberry Place Apartments

The Addison Apartments

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7922 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit C, Unit C

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6327 Quin Dr, Unit Apartment B, Unit Apartment B

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7933 Bles Ave, Unit APT C, Unit APT C

888 S Kenilworth Pkwy

1842 Elvin Dr

8154 Jefferson Park Dr
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South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

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 | $1,030 | $775 | $1,439 |
| South Baton Rouge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $675 | $3,621 |
| South Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $850 | $5,240 |
| South Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $1,100 | $4,189 |
| South Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,308 | $2,000 |
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Willow View II Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | Jefferson Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $890 |
| Veridian Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Siegen Calais Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $905 |
| Devonshire Apartments | 1 BR|1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Baton Rouge area is the $1.03 price per square foot Evangeline Floor Plan Model at Chestnut Ridge Apartments in the in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,170. The second greatest value South Baton Rouge apartment is the 8911 GSRI Ave Model at 8911 GSRI Ave, Unit 1307 starting at $975 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Downtown Baton Rouge 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Ridge Apartments | Evangeline Floor Plan | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 8911 GSRI Ave, Unit 1307 | 8911 GSRI Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 8084 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit D | 8084 Bayou Fountain Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| 7733 Bles Ave, Unit A | 7733 Bles Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Orleans Place | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.98 |
| 8023 Bayou Fountain Ave | 8023 Bayou Fountain Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 1648 Starboard Dr, Unit Sable Chase | 1648 Starboard Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 1707 Port Dr, Unit D | 1707 Port Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 1654 Clear Lake Ave, Unit A | 1654 Clear Lake Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
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Best Local Schools in South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA
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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 $950.
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 $1,579.
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 62 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 $469 which is $1,110 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Baton Rouge.
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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.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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