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4606 Y. A. Tittle AveBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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Cambridge on the Green
1302-1306 Bob Pettit BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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The Villas
620 S Acadian ThruwayBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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1221 Bob Pettit BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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Fairway View
2225-2245 College DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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The Establishment
4728-4734 Alvin Dark AveBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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448 W Parker BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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The Villas on Brightside
1645 Brightside DrBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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Vue of Parker Flatiron LSU
300 W Parker BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1315 Bob Pettit BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70820
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2100 College DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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1615 Highland RdBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Burbank Lofts
4092 Burbank 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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5522 Corporate BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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5150 Capitol Heights AveBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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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 | $1,186 | $600 | $1,569 |
| Southdowns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $695 | $2,100 |
| Southdowns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $659 | $3,057 |
| Southdowns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $529 | $3,700 |
| Southdowns 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $425 | $3,450 |
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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 Studio unit found at City View Apartments - Internet Included! priced from $600. Tiger Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Southdowns apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City View Apartments - Internet Included! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Tiger Plaza | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Cambridge on the Green | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Altitude Baton Rouge | D - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $695 |
| Cambridge Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Villas | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Hub at Baton Rouge-Under New Management | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $747 |
| Fairway View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 573sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| The Establishment | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Vue of Parker Flatiron LSU | E2 | 5BR,5BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdowns, LA
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southdowns area is the $1.03 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA - TH Model at Wildwood Baton Rouge in the in the Louisiana State University neighborhood starting from $1,494. The second greatest value Southdowns apartment is the 3 Cottage Upper Deck Model at Arlington Cottages and Townhomes starting at $949 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Southdowns 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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| Wildwood Baton Rouge | 2BR/2.5BA - TH | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Arlington Cottages and Townhomes | 3 Cottage Upper Deck | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
| Altitude Baton Rouge | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.60 |
| MAISON Burbank | The Bayou | 4BR,2BA | $0.53 |
| The Legacy at Baton Rouge | The Sunshine - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.86 |
| The Oliver | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| Ole Towne | 1-1UP | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| The Establishment | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Cambridge West Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Tiger Plaza | 1.1U | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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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
Glasgow Middle School
East Baton Rouge Parish School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (550)
5 out of 10
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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
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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 $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southdowns?
The cheapest apartment in Southdowns is Tiger Plaza which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Southdowns costs $1,395.
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 64 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 $552 which is $843 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southdowns.
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