Cheap Homes for Rent in The Bottom Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $800 (8 Rentals)

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The Bottom, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Bottom Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Bottom area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 2 Beds unit found at W Grant Apartments priced from $795. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
W Grant Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$795
The BengalA31BR,1BA$799
The Cove at State StreetD21BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Bottom, LA

As of September 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Bottom area is the $1.69 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath 1180 sf Model at 200 Water Street Apartments in the in the Old South Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value The Bottom apartment is the 3076 Nicholson Dr Model at 3076 Nicholson Dr, Unit C starting at $700 with a $0.74 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
200 Water Street Apartments2 bed 2 bath 1180 sf2BR,2BA$1.69
3076 Nicholson Dr, Unit C3076 Nicholson Dr2BR,1BA$0.74
Altitude Baton RougeB2 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.11
158 W Chimes St, Unit 1158 W Chimes St1BR,1BA$1.08
The Cove at State StreetCottage11BR,1BA$1.74
River HouseBocage1BR,1BA$2.22
The BengalA21BR,1BA$1.59
W Grant ApartmentsFurnished 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.24

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Bottom, Baton Rouge, LA

Ranked #33

Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Bottom

What type of rentals are currently available in The Bottom?

There are currently 89 Apartments for Rent in The Bottom, LA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $1,735. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Bottom ranging from $800 to $2,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Bottom?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Bottom ranges from $800 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,308.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

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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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