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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Centrally located
  • One- and two-bedroom
  • Easy access

Location

8451 Picardy Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, USA|South Baton Rouge
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Contact

Management

RK Properties

Leasing office

(844) 243-9656 ext. 9474

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS stands out as a well-rounded option with a strong overall rating, excellent amenities, and a highly convenient location. It offers one- and two-bedroom layouts, easy access, and a central setting, along with 43 photos and features that support social life, work from home, fitness and wellness, and pet friendliness.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elevator
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Tansy1 bed1 bath735 sqft$1,600–$2,080 /mo6 units available
Azalea2 bed2 bath1,078 sqft$1,900–$2,315 /mo6 units available
Azalea Premium2 bed2 bath1,078 sqft$2,160–$2,600 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Built-In Work StationEasy to Maintain Wood-Style Flooring
Elevator AccessGranite Countertops
Herringbone-Style BacksplashSoft Close Drawers
Spacious Private Patio or BalconyWalk-in Closet

Appliances

Full Size Washer and DryerIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
EV ChargingFitness Center
Indoor dog spaResident Lounge with Coffee Bar
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Outdoor Fire Pit with SeatingReserved Covered Parking Available
Smoke Free CommunityStorage
Swimming Pool

Services

24-Hour Parcel Pending LockerOn-Site Management
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Small Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Fee

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$350

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$30

Dog

Dog Fee

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$350

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$30

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Building details

Property details

Units155
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About DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS

HomeApartments in Oak Hills PlaceSouth Baton Rouge DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS

Make Dawson Park your new home today! Centrally located in the expanding health district of Baton Rouge, our spacious pet-friendly one- and two-bedroom Baton Rouge apartments for rent offer everything you need to live life elevated. Our newly constructed community offers top-of-the-line community and apartment features unmatched in the area! We are located next to Baton Rouge General Hospital with easy access to boundless dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Dawson Park has everything you need and more! Contact our team today to schedule a tour of our apartments in Baton Rouge.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A 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.
DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
DAWSON PARK 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·7A 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.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

WOW ! Words cannot not even begin to describe how amazing this apartment complex is. Not only is this place BRAND new, but the people that make up the staff to come along with it is unmatched. I moved in to Dawson Park a day before Hurricane Ida from out-of-state... so i was under an extreme amount of stress. However, the staff made the move-in as seamless as it could be, considering the circumstances. I haven't had a chance to meet the entire staff yet, but our Community Manager, Rebba and Assistant CM, Kacie are the absolute best. From the get-go, they were extremely organized with all of our leasing paperwork and diligent about returning any questions that came up. I have had a couple bad experiences with places I used to live at here in Baton Rouge, dealing with A LOT of incompetence, which made for a bad living experience. Also, when we did a walk-through of our new unit on move-in day, we noticed a couple minor things that needed fixing (like one bathroom vent was not working properly). It was nothing major that needed immediate attention, but when I put the work order in, the maintenance crew came to fix it right away. I just can't get over how these people actually care about their tenants and want to make it an incredible experience, so I truly appreciate the hard work that they do to make it that way. And of course the apartment itself is a dream. Brand new everything. All stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors all thruout, beautiful granite countertops and kitchen backsplash... I'm obsessed. FIVE. STARS. So glad I went with Dawson Park Apartments :)

Emilie

Emilie

Sep 22, 2021

Loved, loved, loved. Best apartment complex I ever lived in. I only moved because I had to leave the state. The neighborhood is super quiet, the apartment complex takes cleanliness very serious. I never had one bug in my apartment, not even an ant Leslie in the office is absolutely great and she really cares about her tenants. 10/10 for sure. It’s worth every penny. I moved to Baton Rouge from another state alone and didn’t know a soul. Leslie and Alexis were very nice and made me feel welcomed. I’ve never felt as safe as I did in an apartment complex as I did at Dawson park.

Ronnie Rose

Ronnie Rose

Jul 05, 2024

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

DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS is great for:

Social life

  • 122 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • 2 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Work-from-home

  • Extra room or space for at-home office
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • 3 office supply stores within 1 mile

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 DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away

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Rent trends in South Baton Rouge

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 33% higher than 1-bedrooms in South Baton Rouge.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS to be 56% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Baton Rouge.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
South Baton Rouge
Oak Hills Place
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oak Hills Place
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,253
November 2024$1,227
December 2024$1,205
January 2025$1,202
February 2025$1,234
March 2025$1,204
April 2025$1,185
May 2025$1,208
June 2025$1,244
July 2025$1,337
August 2025$1,365
September 2025$1,316
October 2025$1,260
November 2025$1,179
December 2025$1,155
January 2026$1,168
February 2026$1,207
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,219
May 2026$1,251
June 2026$1,299
July 2026$1,286
August 2026$1,211
September 2026$1,197
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Baton Rouge
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,253
November 2024$1,227
December 2024$1,205
January 2025$1,202
February 2025$1,234
March 2025$1,204
April 2025$1,185
May 2025$1,208
June 2025$1,244
July 2025$1,337
August 2025$1,365
September 2025$1,316
October 2025$1,260
November 2025$1,179
December 2025$1,155
January 2026$1,168
February 2026$1,207
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,219
May 2026$1,251
June 2026$1,299
July 2026$1,286
August 2026$1,211
September 2026$1,197

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near DAWSON PARK APARTMENTS

Westminster Elementary School

8935 westminster dr

baton rouge, LA, 70809

PK, K-5Public
C

Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School

2000 college dr

baton rouge, LA, 70808

PK, K-5Public
A-

Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet

4510 bawell st

baton rouge, LA, 70808

PK, K-5Public
A-

Southdowns School

2050 hood ave

baton rouge, LA, 70808

PKPublic

Baton Rouge Visual & Performing Arts Center

2040 so acadian thwy

baton rouge, LA, 70808

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Baton Rouge near 8451 Picardy Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 8451 Picardy Ave, Baton Rouge

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-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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