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5107 Nicholson Dr

Baton RougeLA70820

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Plaquemine, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Plaquemine Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plaquemine, LA is a Studio unit found at Cambridge on the Green in the Southdowns neighborhood priced from $650. Pied Piper Apartments (Studio/1 Bath) in the Southdowns neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plaquemine apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cambridge on the Green0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Pied Piper Apartments (Studio/1 Bath)Studio/1 Bath (#20 photos & #26 video)Studio,1BA$695
Camelot Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$725
Belle Vue Villa ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$750
Willow View II ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaquemine, LA and Nearby

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plaquemine area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3X3 Model at University Grove in the in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $869. The second greatest value Plaquemine apartment is the 4x2 Model at Maison Burbank starting at $645 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Louisiana State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plaquemine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Grove3X33BR,3BA$0.70
Maison Burbank4x24BR,2BA$0.54
The OliverC13BR,3BA$0.70
Veridian Apartment HomesPlan E2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Elevate at Highland-Under New ManagementThe Jeardean: 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.08
D'Iberville Townhomesdi-2b22BR,2BA$1.18
Tiger Den Apartments1.11BR,1BA$1.17
The Vibe ApartmentsThe Borland: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
Camelot Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.12
Belle Vue Villa ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.25

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

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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 Plaquemine

What type of rentals are currently available in Plaquemine?

There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Plaquemine, LA with pricing that ranges from $450 to $15,363. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plaquemine ranging from $700 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Plaquemine?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Plaquemine ranges from $700 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,811.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Plaquemine?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Plaquemine range from $564 to $15,363, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $450.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and the second most populous city right after New Orleans. Like New Orleans, Baton Rouge is culturally rich and located right on the banks of the Mississippi River.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.