
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the South Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge.


8531 Rush Ave, Unit B

8277 Bayou Fountain Ave

1833 Ryder, Unit 4
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8152 Baringer Rd

8036 Bayou Fountain Ave

8219 Skysail Ave

1849 Southpointe Dr
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8091 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit 603

7064 Meadow Park Ave

8216 Governor Dr

838 Meadow Bend Dr
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South Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Baton Rouge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Baton Rouge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,136 | $795 | $1,700 |
South Baton Rouge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,125 | $1,250 | $3,200 |
South Baton Rouge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,100 | $2,400 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Baton Rouge Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available South Baton Rouge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Baton Rouge area of Baton Rouge, LA is a Studio unit found at Willow View II Apartments priced from $700. Waterside Condominiums has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable South Baton Rouge apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Willow View II Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Jefferson Lakes Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Siegen Calais Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
Chestnut Ridge Apartments | Franklin Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Baton Rouge area is the $1.05 price per square foot Bocage II Model at Ivy Park Apartments in the in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood starting from $1,136. The second greatest value South Baton Rouge apartment is the 1748 Port Dr Model at 1748 Port Dr, Unit 3 starting at $800 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Downtown Baton Rouge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Baton Rouge apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ivy Park Apartments | Bocage II | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
1748 Port Dr, Unit 3 | 1748 Port Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
7922 Bayou Fountain Ave, Unit C | 7922 Bayou Fountain Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
The Arts Apartments at Bluebonnet Place | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
Waterside Condominiums | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
2255 Anne Marie Dr, Unit DUnit | 2255 Anne Marie Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
1644 Lake Calais Ct, Unit D | 1644 Lake Calais Ct | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
8007 Jefferson Park Dr, Unit D | 8007 Jefferson Park Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
1744 Cedar Lake Dr, Unit D | 1744 Cedar Lake Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
1654 Clear Lake Ave, Unit B | 1654 Clear Lake Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Baton Rouge
What type of rentals are currently available in South Baton Rouge?
There are currently 135 Apartments for Rent in South Baton Rouge, LA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $5,740. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Baton Rouge ranging from $795 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Baton Rouge?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Baton Rouge ranges from $795 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,802.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Baton Rouge?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Baton Rouge range from $1,117 to $4,574, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.
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