What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The average size for a Baton Rouge, LA apartment is 928 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 / 2026, the average rent in Baton Rouge is $1,299 per month, a 3.07% increase from last years average of $1,260.

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

In Baton Rouge, studios rent for $932 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,048 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,240 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,637 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The typical apartment in Baton Rouge offers about 928 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 515 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 699 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 994 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,234 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge are Jefferson Place - Bocage ($1,520/month), South Baton Rouge ($1,651/month), and Beauregard Town ($1,765/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 39% of rentals in this range.

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

In Baton Rouge, 52% of households rent while 48% 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 Kean Place - Brookstown ($799/month), Kildare - Oakcrest ($818/month), and Wooddale ($883/month), all below the citywide average of $1,299.

Last updated: October 30, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baton Rouge is $1,299, a 3.07% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,260.

Studio Apartments at $932 offer the most budget-friendly option with 515 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 699 square feet for $1,048, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,240 offer 994 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,234 sq ft) for $1,637, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baton Rouge, LA

Last updated: October 30, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,299	928 sq. ft.
Studio	$932	515 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,048	699 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,240	994 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,637	1,234 sq. ft.

Baton Rouge, LA rent trends

Rental prices in Baton Rouge, LA have increased by 3.07% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,260 to $1,299.

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

The largest share of rentals in Baton Rouge, LA (39%) 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?

46,054 or 52% of the households in Baton Rouge, LA are renter-occupied while 42,151 or 48% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Kean Place - Brookstown $799/month

Kildare - Oakcrest $818/month

Wooddale $883/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,299/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Jefferson Place - Bocage $1,520/month

South Baton Rouge $1,651/month

Beauregard Town $1,765/month

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

Average Rent in Baton Rouge, LA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Beauregard Town	$1,765
South Baton Rouge	$1,651
Jefferson Place - Bocage	$1,520
Homewood - Silverside Plantation	$1,465
Calais	$1,411
Country Club Estates - Palm Hills	$1,344
College Park - Magnolia Place	$1,246
Sherwood Forest	$1,080
Wickland Terrace - Lake Forest Park	$1,039
Tigerland Acres - Sharlo	$1,025
Southpark	$1,015
Cedarcrest	$998
Greenville - Eden Park	$991
Woodland Ridge - Camelot	$981
Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire	$946
Dayton	$900
Broadmoor	$894
Melrose	$884
Wooddale	$883
Kildare - Oakcrest	$818
Kean Place - Brookstown	$799

Baton Rouge | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Beauregard Town is 97% higher than in Broadmoor

$1,765

Beauregard Town rent is 36% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $1,765

$894

Broadmoor rent is 31% lower than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $894

How Baton Rouge Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baton Rouge	$1,299
New Orleans	$1,377
Lafayette	$1,209
Shreveport	$1,082
Slidell	$1,345
Hammond	$1,317
Ruston	$1,645
Lake Charles	$1,305
Youngsville	$1,481
Bossier City	$1,148
Covington	$1,554
Denham Springs	$1,338
Gonzales, LA	$1,464
Zachary, LA	$1,507

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.