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1315 Bob Pettit BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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Elevate at Highland-Under New Management
5151 Highland RdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1221 Bob Pettit BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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1302-1306 Bob Pettit BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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The Establishment
4728-4734 Alvin Dark AveBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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2225-2245 College DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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300 W Parker BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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448 W Parker BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1645 Brightside DrBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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4445 Alvin Dark AveBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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5 East Apartments
550 Lee DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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2100 College DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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417 E State StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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1100 S Foster DrBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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4773-4781 Highland RdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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4092 Burbank DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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5522 Corporate BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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Southdowns, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southdowns?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southdowns Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $600 | $1,569 |
| Southdowns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $626 | $2,000 |
| Southdowns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $679 | $2,500 |
| Southdowns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $559 | $3,800 |
| Southdowns 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $445 | $3,550 |
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Cheapest Available Southdowns Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southdowns area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elevate at Highland-Under New Management priced from $626. Cambridge West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Southdowns apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate at Highland-Under New Management | The Dietzel: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $626 |
| Cambridge West Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Villas | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Cambridge on the Green | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Camelot Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Vibe Apartments | The Arnspanger: Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Fairway View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 573sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdowns, LA
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southdowns area is the $0.74 price per square foot 3 Cottage Upper Deck Model at Arlington Cottages and Townhomes in the in the Southdowns neighborhood starting from $989. The second greatest value Southdowns apartment is the D1 Model at The Oliver starting at $555 with a $0.43 price per square foot in the Louisiana State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southdowns apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Arlington Cottages and Townhomes | 3 Cottage Upper Deck | 3BR,3BA | $0.74 |
| The Oliver | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| Maison Burbank | 2x1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| 4212 Oxford Ave, Unit # 3 | 4212 Oxford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| The Villas | 2 bedroom TH | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Ole Towne | 1-1DN | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Altitude Baton Rouge | B2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Cambridge West Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 158 W Chimes St, Unit 1 | 158 W Chimes St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Elevate at Highland-Under New Management | The Dietzel: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Best Local Schools in Southdowns, Baton Rouge, LA
Liberty High School
East Baton Rouge Parish School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1208)
8 out of 10
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East Baton Rouge Parish School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (550)
6 out of 10
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Louisiana including Southdowns, Baton Rouge, and the greater Baton Rouge area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Southdowns Neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 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 Southdowns Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southdowns?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southdowns is under $775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southdowns?
The cheapest apartment in Southdowns is Elevate at Highland-Under New Management which is listed at $626, while the average apartment in Southdowns costs $1,399.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southdowns?
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 89 regular apartments in Southdowns 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 Southdowns?
Cheap apartments in Southdowns have an average cost of $513 which is $886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southdowns.
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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.
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.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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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Written by: Trey Huguley
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