What is the average rent of an apartment in Baton Rouge, LA?

The average rent of an apartment in Baton Rouge, LA is $1,094 per month. This is about 44% lower than the national average.

When is the average rent cheapest in Baton Rouge, LA?

In the last year, the average rent in Baton Rouge, LA was lowest in May 2025 when it was $1,350 per month.

In the last year, the average rent in Baton Rouge, LA was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,425 per month.

The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Baton Rouge, LA is $980 per month. That is about $35 less than the cost of a studio apartment.

There are 994 available rental listings in Baton Rouge, LA.

Colleges and universities in Baton Rouge, LA include: Louisiana State University .

Some neighborhoods in Baton Rouge, LA include: Jones Creek , Jefferson , South Burbank , Highland-Perkins , Zion City .

Baton Rouge, LA includes zip codes such as: 70810 , 70816 , 70817 , 70808 , 70815 .

Some nearby cities include: Sunshine , Baker , Addis , Saint Gabriel , Brusly . These cities may have more rental options to explore.

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FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$892/mo
4 Beds
3 Baths
Room for rent
Address Not Disclosed,
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
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ROOM FOR RENT
$1,250/mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
Room for rent
818 Meadow Bend Dr #G,
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
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FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$1,185/mo
Total price
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
Room for rent
5518 Moorstone Dr #2A,
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
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PET FRIENDLY
ROOM FOR RENT
$800/mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
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1122 Renova Dr,
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
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$675/mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
Room for rent
3313 Riverwalk Dr,
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
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ROOM FOR RENT
$650/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
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2236 Perkins Rd #A5,
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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$1,500/mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
Room for rent
Address Not Disclosed,
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
ROOM FOR RENT
$1,200/mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
Room for rent
8019 Summa Ave #C,
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
ROOM FOR RENT
$750/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
Room for rent
5668 Ducros Dr,
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
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$600/mo
5 Beds
4 Baths
Room for rent
5650 Highland Rd #C,
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Rent in Baton Rouge, LA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.

Average rent increased in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.

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In July 2026, Townhomes were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Houses.

	1 bed	2 beds	3 beds	4 beds	All
All home types	$980	$1,100	$1,728	$2,200	$1,350
Townhomes	$975	$1,100	$1,900	$1,450	$1,200
Apartments and Condos	$1,100	$1,100	$1,650	$2,199	$1,200
Houses	$750	$1,100	$1,850	$2,300	$1,850

What is the average rent of an apartment in Baton Rouge, LA?
The average rent of an apartment in Baton Rouge, LA is $1,094 per month. This is about 44% lower than the national average.
When is the average rent cheapest in Baton Rouge, LA?
In the last year, the average rent in Baton Rouge, LA was lowest in May 2025 when it was $1,350 per month.
When is the average rent most expensive in Baton Rouge, LA?
In the last year, the average rent in Baton Rouge, LA was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,425 per month.
How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Baton Rouge, LA?
The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Baton Rouge, LA is $980 per month. That is about $35 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
How many available rental listings are in Baton Rouge, LA?
There are 994 available rental listings in Baton Rouge, LA.
What colleges and universities are in Baton Rouge, LA?
Colleges and universities in Baton Rouge, LA include: Louisiana State University.
What are some neighborhoods in Baton Rouge, LA?
Some neighborhoods in Baton Rouge, LA include: Jones Creek, Jefferson, South Burbank, Highland-Perkins, Zion City.
What are some zip codes in Baton Rouge, LA?
Baton Rouge, LA includes zip codes such as: 70810, 70816, 70817, 70808, 70815.
What are some cities near Baton Rouge, LA?
Some nearby cities include: Sunshine, Baker, Addis, Saint Gabriel, Brusly. These cities may have more rental options to explore.