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Highlights

  • Black appliances
  • Ceiling fans
  • White appliances
  • Upgraded apartments
  • Walk in closets
  • Spacious living rooms

Location

550 Lee Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, USA|Highlands-Perkins
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Management

PDP Apartments

Leasing office

(225) 766-7380

Property Overview

5 East Apartments is a highly rated community (8.8/10 overall) with excellent scores for price, amenities, location, and quality, offering strong value and a convenient setting near a top-rated high school and everyday essentials. It is especially appealing for an active social life, with on-site shared spaces, a walkable area with many nearby restaurants, and diverse neighbors. Notable in-home features include upgraded apartments with a mix of black and white appliances, ceiling fans, walk-in closets, and spacious living rooms.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 5 East Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5 East Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1x1.5lpd1 bed1 bath669 sqft$875 /mo3 units available5 East Apartments offer both upgraded and standard 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments located in the heart of Baton Rouge! At 5 East, we strive to put our residents first and make our community the place to be! For more information or to schedule a tour, contact our leasing staff! Our 1 bed 1 bath flat offers both carpeted and vinyl area's, white or black appliances, walk in closets, ceiling fans, spacious living rooms, dining area and more! We look forward to welcoming you home!
1x1ftpd1 bed1 bath663 sqft$925 /mo9 units available5 East Apartments offer both upgraded and standard 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments located in the heart of Baton Rouge! At 5 East, we strive to put our residents first and make our community the place to be! For more information or to schedule a tour, contact our leasing staff! Our 1 bed 1 bath flat offers both carpeted and vinyl area's, white or black appliances, walk in closets, ceiling fans, spacious living rooms, dining area and more! We look forward to welcoming you home!
2x1ftpd2 bed2 bath863 sqft$1,045 /mo2 units available
2x1.5tpd2 bed2 bath963 sqft$1,095 /mo2 units available
2x1.5WD2 bed1.5 bath963 sqft$1,095 /mo1 unit available
2x2pdpWD2 bed2 bath936 sqft$1,175 /mo2 units available
3x2PDPWD3 bed3 bath1,136 sqft$1,260 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for 5 East Apartments

Building

ClubhouseGym

Grounds

BasketballDog Park
Swimming Pool
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 5 East Apartments

HomeApartments in Baton RougeHighlands-Perkins 5 East Apartments

5 East Apartments offer both upgraded and standard 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments located in the heart of Baton Rouge! Walking distance from restaurants, grocery stores and minutes from LSU. At 5 East, we strive to put our residents first and make our community the place to be! For more information or to schedule a tour, contact our leasing staff! We look forward to welcoming you home!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 5 East Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5 East Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5 East Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
5 East Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
5 East Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including basketball. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5 East Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5 East Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
5 East Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
5 East Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

They try to make things fun for residents and not just be a leasing office, which I appreciate. They often have events especially around holidays where they offer food, drinks, prizes and games. I’ve lived here going on three years and it’s been a breeze for the most part, and I have been grateful rent has remained pretty close to the same amount we started off paying, especially in this economy. And when we renewed our lease for another year they did offer a free month or sometimes they will offer an upgrade to your unit such as a feature wall or smart home device. They recently re-did our door seal just as a preventative courtesy so the cool air doesn’t escape during the upcoming summer heat! And improved our air ducts! So I will say they are not like every other leasing office out there. I appreciate the efforts they take to make things easier on us not only as residents, but just as everyday people.

smileyshake

smileyshake

May 16, 2024

I just want to shout out Razmin and Nicole for being such a big help as they assisted with helping my brother move in swiftly. They were extremely patient with the entire process. Thank you.

Marcayla Vincent

Marcayla Vincent

Aug 29, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

5 East Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 48 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 5 East Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 182 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Highlands-Perkins

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 28% lower than 1-bedrooms in Highlands-Perkins.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5 East Apartments to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Highlands-Perkins.

3-bedroom apartments at 5 East Apartments cost about 30% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Highlands-Perkins.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Highlands-Perkins
Baton Rouge
A table of studio rental data trends in Baton Rouge
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$690
June 2024$690
July 2024$690
August 2024$690
September 2024$690
October 2024$667
November 2024$692
December 2024$709
January 2025$759
February 2025$720
March 2025$740
April 2025$713
May 2025$709
June 2025$705
July 2025$706
August 2025$699
September 2025$713
October 2025$717
November 2025$715
December 2025$713
January 2026$707
February 2026$715
March 2026$715
April 2026$727
A table of studio rental data trends in Highlands-Perkins
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$690
June 2024$682
July 2024$665
August 2024$690
September 2024$690
October 2024$654
November 2024$657
December 2024$675
January 2025$680
February 2025$690
March 2025$683
April 2025$653
May 2025$673
June 2025$655
July 2025$650
August 2025$666
September 2025$690
October 2025$688
November 2025$689
December 2025$695
January 2026$683
February 2026$690
March 2026$674
April 2026$691

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 5 East Apartments

Southdowns School

2050 hood ave

baton rouge, LA, 70808

PKPublic

University Laboratory School

45 dalrymple dr

baton rouge, LA, 70803

K-12Public
A

Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet

4510 bawell st

baton rouge, LA, 70808

PK, K-5Public
A-

Baton Rouge Visual & Performing Arts Center

2040 so acadian thwy

baton rouge, LA, 70808

PK, K-5Public
A-

Louisiana School for the Deaf

2888 brightside ln

baton rouge, LA, 70820

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Baton Rouge near 550 Lee Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 550 Lee Dr, Baton Rouge

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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