
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southdowns Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (13 Rentals)
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2146 Alabama St

1984 Brightside Dr, Unit 102

2100 College Dr, Unit 56

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Southdowns, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southdowns?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southdowns 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,235 | $800 | $2,000 |
Southdowns 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,820 | $750 | $2,600 |
Southdowns 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,615 | $1,150 | $2,100 |
Southdowns 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southdowns Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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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. The Hub at Baton Rouge-Under New Management has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $631. Here are the most affordable Southdowns apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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City View Apartments - Internet Included! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
The Hub at Baton Rouge-Under New Management | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $631 |
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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdowns, LA
As of June 08, 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 |
388 Jennifer Jean Dr, Unit 388 | 388 Jennifer Jean Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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 | $0.99 |
The Establishment | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
Cambridge West Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southdowns
What type of rentals are currently available in Southdowns?
There are currently 171 Apartments for Rent in Southdowns, LA with pricing that ranges from $425 to $3,700. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southdowns ranging from $750 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southdowns?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southdowns ranges from $750 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,791.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southdowns?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southdowns range from $529 to $3,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $425.
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