
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Bottom Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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1130 Aster St

2227 Kentucky St

1136 Aster St

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915 S 12th St, Unit C

The Bengal
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West Grant St Apartments

2389 Tennessee St

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1509 Highland Rd, Unit 202

2243 Missouri St

824 E Polk St

2151 Olive St
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1116 W Chimes St

2030 Colorado St

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The Bottom, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Bottom?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bottom Studio Apartments | $903 | $850 | $935 |
| The Bottom 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $550 | $1,500 |
| The Bottom 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,069 | $695 | $1,696 |
| The Bottom 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $810 | $2,595 |
| The Bottom 4 Bedroom Apartments | $840 | $810 | $900 |
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There are currently 18 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 1 Bed unit found at The Bengal priced from $799. West Grant St Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable The Bottom apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bengal | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| West Grant St Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Arc225 | D4 - 4x4 Upgraded | 4BR,4BA | $810 |
| The Cove at State Street | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Magnolia Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Bottom, LA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Bottom area is the $0.65 price per square foot C1 - 3x3 Model at Arc225 in the in the Louisiana State University neighborhood starting from $810. The second greatest value The Bottom apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath 1180 sf Model at 200 Water Street Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Old South Baton Rouge 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arc225 | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| 200 Water Street Apartments | 2 bed 2 bath 1180 sf | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| 3343 Tula St, Unit Apt. A | 3343 Tula St | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 1126 S 14th St, Unit C | 1126 S 14th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Cove at State Street | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Magnolia Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| River House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 59023 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 915 S 12th St, Unit C | 915 S 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 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 $1,307.
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 25 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 $677 which is $630 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in The Bottom.
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