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The Hive @ 3rd
$965 - $2,146
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 28

The Hive @ 3rd

1925 N 3rd StBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Mid City Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mid City Gardens

1690 North BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70802
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Pine Square Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Square Villas

2888 Dougherty DrBaton Rouge, LA 70805
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Crown Ave PLEX
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crown Ave PLEX

4540 Crown AveBaton Rouge, LA 70811
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Saint Rose Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saint Rose Place

901 Saint Rose AveBaton Rouge, LA 70806
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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136 3rd St

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Lakeland, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lakeland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakeland, LA is a Studio unit found at Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted in the Istrouma neighborhood priced from $600. Zurqui on Mohican in the Istrouma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $755. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakeland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Choctaw Lodge- Income RestrictedStudio/efficiencyStudio,1BA$600
Zurqui on MohicanStudioStudio,1BA$755
Jaguar PlazaOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$769
St. Theresa Senior Housing1/11BR,1BA$775
Hollywood HeightsCreole1BR,1BA$792
The BengalA31BR,1BA$799
The Elysian Apartment HomesEden1BR,1BA$800
The Palms Apartments2/12BR,1BA$800
Crown Ave PLEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$850
Pirates Bend1 bedroom1BR,1BA$874

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, LA and Nearby

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $0.98 price per square foot Four Bedroom Home Model at Scotlandville Homes in the in the North Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,367. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the 3x2 Model at Lake Towers starting at $1,100 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Istrouma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Scotlandville HomesFour Bedroom Home4BR,2BA$0.98
Lake Towers3x23BR,2BA$1.05
Crown Ave PLEX2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.85
Beltline Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.99
Square OneTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.19
Hollywood HeightsShotgun2BR,2BA$1.09
The Palms Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Maritime OneOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.18
Jaguar PlazaOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.10
St. Theresa Senior Housing1/11BR,1BA$1.20

Academics, Apartments, and Authentic Jambalaya: Living the College Rental Life in Baton Rouge

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakeland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakeland is at Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted listed at $600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment is $715 at Choctaw Lodge- Income Restricted.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeland is starting from $800 at The Palms Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Palms Apartments and starts from $900.

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