
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merrydale Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $500 (27 Rentals)
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Fox Hill Apartments

Ardendale Oaks Apartments

Park East Apartments

Savoy Plaza

Pine Square Apartments

Greenview East

Oak Lane Apartments

9209 Great Smokey Ave, Unit Smoky

9209 Great Smokey Ave, Unit C

Bellemont Victoria I

The Palms Apartments

Port Royal Apartments

Mallard Crossing Apartments
Merrydale, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merrydale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merrydale Studio Apartments | $936 | $760 | $1,420 |
Merrydale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $914 | $670 | $1,690 |
Merrydale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,029 | $725 | $1,880 |
Merrydale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $850 | $2,065 |
Merrydale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $1,321 | $1,674 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merrydale Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available Merrydale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merrydale area of Baton Rouge, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Drakes Landing priced from $257. Ardendale Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $672. Here are the most affordable Merrydale apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Drakes Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $257 |
Ardendale Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $672 |
Greenview East | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom W/D | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
Oak Lane Apartments | 1BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Pine Square Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
The Palms Apartments | A 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Port Royal Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $846 |
Bellemont Victoria I | A2L | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merrydale, LA
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merrydale area is the $0.66 price per square foot 2X2.5 THN Model at Savoy Plaza in the in the Goodwood neighborhood starting from $1,010. The second greatest value Merrydale apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Port Royal Apartments starting at $972 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Istrouma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merrydale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Savoy Plaza | 2X2.5 THN | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.66 |
Port Royal Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
9209 Great Smokey Ave, Unit C | 9209 Great Smokey Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
9209 Great Smokey Ave, Unit Smoky | 9209 Great Smokey Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
Drakes Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Mallard Crossing Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Greenview East | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Reserve At Joor | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Pine Square Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Oak Lane Apartments | 1BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerrydale, Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked #45
Among neighborhoods in Baton Rouge, LA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Merrydale Neighborhood in Baton Rouge, LA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merrydale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrydale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merrydale Apartment is $672 at Ardendale Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merrydale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merrydale is starting from $775 at Greenview East.
What is the most affordable Merrydale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merrydale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Drakes Landing and starts from $556.
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