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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
Chestnut Ridge ApartmentsJefferson Floor Plan2BR,1BA$895
Oakleigh Apartments1x11BR,1BA$926
Jefferson Lakes ApartmentsThe Birch1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Baton Rouge area is the $0.99 price per square foot 2BR Model at Devonshire Apartments in the in the Sherwood Forest Office Park neighborhood starting from $1,010. The second greatest value South Baton Rouge apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Siegen Oaks starting at $1,058 with a $1.06 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Devonshire Apartments2BR2BR,2BA$0.99
Siegen Oaks2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.06
1748 Port Dr, Unit 11748 Port Dr2BR,2BA$0.88
8144 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit B8144 Bayou Fountain Ave2BR,2BA$0.98
8083 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit A8083 Bayou Fountain Ave2BR,2BA$0.98
8327 Ned Ave, Unit D8327 Ned Ave2BR,2BA$0.89
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
1652 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D1652 Cedar Lake Dr2BR,2BA$1.03

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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 138 Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,950. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Baton Rouge ranging from $750 to $4,500.

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 $750 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,834.

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 $1,175 to $2,889, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.

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The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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