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19h ago
Verified
2136 Lobdell Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
On-site laundry | Controlled access | Package service
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$770–$2,293
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13h ago
Verified
5151 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Swimming pool | Fitness center | On-site management
Studio–4 beds
1–4 baths
$899–$5,070
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
1201 N Foster Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$841–$3,012
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
2424 Drusilla Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$964–$2,982
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
11528 Old Hammond Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Walk-in closets
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$679–$1,125
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,067–$3,068
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$822–$5,107
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4d ago
Verified
801 N Ardenwood Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Fitness center | Walk-in closets | Dishwasher
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$257–$1,714
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Available Jun 1
5h ago
1251 N Ardenwood Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$799–$999
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Controlled Access
Dishwasher
Swimming Pool
Air Conditioning
5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins house for rent in Baton Rouge
4 beds
2 baths
$1,700
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5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins house for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
3 baths
$5,000
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5d+ ago
Mid City South house for rent in Baton Rouge
Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins townhouse for rent in Baton Rouge
Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$1,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Mid City South house for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950
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5d+ ago
Mid City South house for rent in Baton Rouge
4 beds
2 baths
$2,250
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5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins house for rent in Baton Rouge
2 beds
2 baths
$1,900
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5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins house for rent in Baton Rouge
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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5d+ ago
Mid City South apartment for rent in Baton Rouge
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mid City South house for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,700
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5d+ ago
Mid City South house for rent in Baton Rouge
Swimming pool | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins house for rent in Baton Rouge
Furnished | Swimming pool | Controlled access
2 beds
2 baths
$1,700
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5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins townhouse for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,350
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5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins house for rent in Baton Rouge
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,600
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5d+ ago
Broadmoor-Sherwood house for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2 baths
$2,000
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1d ago
Verified
8246 Ned Ave #C, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$750
Apartment for rent
Available May 13
5d+ ago
Verified
7738 Menlo Dr #NA, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
House for rent
Available Apr 30
5d+ ago
Broadmoor-Sherwood apartment for rent in Baton Rouge
9540 Lindale Ave #A, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,900
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Mid City South house for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2 baths
$1,687
House for rent
7h ago
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$875–$1,260
Apartment for rent
9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
10h ago
950 S Foster Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$825–$975
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 31
13h ago
4250 Blount Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70807
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$1,100
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
14h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,100–$1,375
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18h ago
16168 Old Hammond Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Air conditioning | Balcony | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$1,300
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 22
18h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$550–$695
Apartment for rent
1d ago
8001 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,020–$3,139
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Available May 23
1d ago
878 Kenmore Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
811 811 Kenmore Ave. Apts. A-D, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2875 Iowa St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$715
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$799
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Highlands-Perkins apartment for rent in Baton Rouge
2182 Gardere Ln #B, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
On-site management | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$800
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 16
5d+ ago
Mid City North house for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2 baths
$1,350
House for rent
5d+ ago
Scotlandville house for rent in Baton Rouge
2 beds
1 bath
$750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Mid City North house for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Broadmoor-Sherwood apartment for rent in Baton Rouge
3 beds
2 baths
$1,000
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Baton Rouge residents often appreciate the city's vibrant culture and access to various recreational activities, particularly along the Mississippi River. Many enjoy the local food scene, with plenty of options from casual diners to upscale restaurants. Renters frequently mention the affordability of housing in comparison to other major cities in Louisiana. However, some express concerns about traffic congestion and the prevalence of crime in certain areas, which can affect the overall livability experience.
Baton Rouge's 2025 rental market shows both one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,100 per month. One-bedroom units experienced a 2.7% decrease from the previous year, while two-bedroom apartments saw a larger decline of 5.0% annually.
Rents in Baton Rouge have been increasing, with a 3.7% rise in 2024. Specifically, 1-bedroom rents increased by 11.2% and 2-bedroom rents by 9.6%.
August offers the lowest rental prices in Baton Rouge, making late summer an ideal time for apartment hunting. February has the highest rent with approximately a 6.8% difference between peak and off-season pricing, while December represents the least competitive period with reduced overall demand.
Garden District and Lobdell-Woodale lead Baton Rouge's rental market with strong walkability, frequent transit options, and abundant restaurants for social connectivity. Mid City South and Downtown Baton Rouge also offer high walk scores and dining options, while Highlands-Perkins provides the largest inventory with 40% of the city's listings at around $1,350 monthly.
Lobdell-Woodale offers the most affordable option with median rent around $800, making it 33% lower than other budget-friendly areas. Broadmoor-Sherwood and Mid City North provide additional budget-conscious choices with median rents around $1,040 and $1,050 respectively, both offering good value in Louisiana's capital city.
Baton Rouge offers excellent options for pet owners, with 58% of rental listings welcoming pets. Broadmoor-Sherwood, Highlands-Perkins, Garden District, and Mid City South feature dedicated outdoor spaces, dog parks, and pet waste stations, with many buildings allowing pets without restrictions for maximum flexibility.
Utilities are rarely included in Baton Rouge rental apartments, appearing in less than 0.1% of listings across all bedroom types. Two-bedroom apartments have the highest rate at 0.06% of listings, while three-bedroom units show the lowest inclusion rate at 0.03% of available rentals.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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