What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The average size for a Baton Rouge, LA apartment is 934 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Baton Rouge?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Baton Rouge is $1,267 per month, a 2.45% increase from last year’s average of $1,236.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Baton Rouge?

In Baton Rouge, studios rent for $954 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,024 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,211 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,578 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The typical apartment in Baton Rouge offers about 934 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Baton Rouge?

Studio apartments in Baton Rouge average 530 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 700 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 994 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,259 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge are Southdowns ($2,020/month), Arlington ($2,180/month), and University Acres ($2,249/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Baton Rouge, LA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Baton Rouge?

The typical rent budget in Baton Rouge ranges from to per month, with 41% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Baton Rouge?

In Baton Rouge, 53% of households rent while 47% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge include Kildare - Oakcrest ($778/month), Villa del Rey - Red Oak ($793/month), and Wooddale ($849/month), all below the citywide average of $1,267.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baton Rouge is $1,267, a 2.45% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,236.

Studio Apartments at $954 offer the most budget-friendly option with 530 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 700 square feet for $1,024, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,211 offer 994 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,259 sq ft) for $1,578, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baton Rouge, LA

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,267	934 sq. ft.
Studio	$954	530 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,024	700 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,211	994 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,578	1,259 sq. ft.

Baton Rouge, LA rent trends

Rental prices in Baton Rouge, LA have increased by 2.45% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,236 to $1,267.

What's the typical rent budget in Baton Rouge, LA?

The largest share of rentals in Baton Rouge, LA (41%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Baton Rouge, LA?

46,533 or 53% of the households in Baton Rouge, LA are renter-occupied while 41,074 or 47% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Kildare - Oakcrest $778/month

Villa del Rey - Red Oak $793/month

Wooddale $849/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,267/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Southdowns $2,020/month

Arlington $2,180/month

University Acres $2,249/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Baton Rouge, LA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
University Acres	$2,249
Arlington	$2,180
Southdowns	$2,020
Plantation Trace - College Town	$1,713
Beauregard Town	$1,680
South Baton Rouge	$1,580
Jefferson Place - Bocage	$1,438
Homewood - Silverside Plantation	$1,343
Calais	$1,336
Country Club Estates - Palm Hills	$1,302
Magnoliawood	$1,296
Crestwood Park - Oxford Place	$1,242
College Park - Magnolia Place	$1,155
Southmoor - Magellan Place	$1,110
Wickland Terrace - Lake Forest Park	$1,061
Roseland Terrace - Kleinert Terrace	$1,031
Capital Heights	$1,029
Sherwood Forest	$1,028
Tigerland Acres - Sharlo	$1,019
Southpark	$1,006
Woodland Ridge - Camelot	$993
Greenville - Eden Park	$991
Corporate Square - Glenwood	$957
Cedarcrest	$933
Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire	$897
Broadmoor	$885
Melrose	$885
Dayton	$872
Wooddale	$849
Villa del Rey - Red Oak	$793
Kildare - Oakcrest	$778

Baton Rouge | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington is 30% higher than in Beauregard Town

$2,180

Arlington rent is 72% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $2,180

$1,680

Beauregard Town rent is 33% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $1,680

How Baton Rouge Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baton Rouge	$1,267
New Orleans	$1,383
Slidell	$1,337
Lafayette	$1,190
Hammond	$1,317
Ruston	$1,393
Lake Charles	$1,132
Alexandria	$1,065
DeRidder	$795
Youngsville	$1,495
Covington	$1,470
Denham Springs	$1,283
Gonzales	$1,411
Zachary, LA	$1,482
Addis, LA	$1,354
Prairieville, LA	$1,630

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Baton Rouge apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.