Cheap Homes for Rent in South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $800 (22 Rentals)

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property at 8531 Rush Ave

8531 Rush Ave, Unit B

8531 Rush Ave
Baton RougeLA70810

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property at 828 Meadow Bend Dr

828 Meadow Bend Dr

Baton RougeLA70820
property at 8335 Summa Ave

8335 Summa Ave

Baton RougeLA70809

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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
Siegen Calais Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$864
Oakleigh Apartments1x11BR,1BA$883
Veridian Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA

As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Baton Rouge area is the $0.91 price per square foot 7912 Bles Ave Model at 7912 Bles Ave, Unit D in the in the Perkins neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value South Baton Rouge apartment is the 2BR Model at Devonshire Apartments starting at $1,010 with a $0.99 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.
7912 Bles Ave, Unit D7912 Bles Ave2BR,2BA$0.91
Devonshire Apartments2BR2BR,2BA$0.99
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
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
Oakleigh Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.12

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #20

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Baton Rouge

What type of rentals are currently available in South Baton Rouge?

There are currently 131 Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $3,099. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Baton Rouge ranging from $800 to $3,350.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Baton Rouge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Baton Rouge ranges from $800 to $3,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,846.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Baton Rouge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Baton Rouge range from $1,142 to $3,068, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,245 to $3,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.

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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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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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

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

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