
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Bottom Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $649 (19 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Bottom?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bottom 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,013 | $799 | $1,500 |
| The Bottom 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,045 | $800 | $1,200 |
| The Bottom 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $695 | $2,595 |
| The Bottom 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $649 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the The Bottom Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available The Bottom Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Bottom area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 4 Beds unit found at Arc225 priced from $649. The Bengal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable The Bottom apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arc225 | D4 - 4x4 Upgraded | 4BR,4BA | $649 |
| The Bengal | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Stadiums Edge Apartments (1 Bed/1 Bath) | Stadiums Edge Apartments (1 Bed/1 Bath) | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| West Grant St Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Magnolia Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Bottom, LA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Bottom area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 3322-3328 Carlotta St in the in the Louisiana State University neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value The Bottom apartment is the B1 Model at The Cove at State Street starting at $1,045 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Louisiana State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Bottom apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3322-3328 Carlotta St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Cove at State Street | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Arc225 | B2 - 2x2 Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| River House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 59030 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Stadiums Edge Apartments (1 Bed/1 Bath) | Stadiums Edge Apartments (1 Bed/1 Bath) | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 1157 S 15th St, Unit 3 | 1157 S 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Magnolia Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Campus Crossings on Highland | A1: Red Stick | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Bengal | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| West Grant St Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Bottom Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Bottom?
The cheapest apartment in The Bottom is The Bengal which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in The Bottom costs $1,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Bottom?
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 24 regular apartments in The Bottom 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 The Bottom?
Cheap apartments in The Bottom have an average cost of $971 which is $29 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in The Bottom.
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