What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The average size for a Baton Rouge, LA apartment is 929 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 May / 2026, the average rent in Baton Rouge is $1,274 per month, a 2.27% increase from last years average of $1,246.

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

In Baton Rouge, studios rent for $953 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,025 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,217 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,614 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The typical apartment in Baton Rouge offers about 929 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 1,231 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge are Beauregard Town ($1,706/month), Southdowns ($2,035/month), and Arlington ($2,273/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 $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 40% 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 Villa del Rey - Red Oak ($809/month), Kildare - Oakcrest ($810/month), and Broadmoor ($879/month), all below the citywide average of $1,274.

Last updated: July 02, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baton Rouge is $1,274, a 2.27% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,246.

Studio Apartments at $953 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 $1,025, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,217 offer 994 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,231 sq ft) for $1,614, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baton Rouge, LA

Last updated: July 02, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,274	929 sq. ft.
Studio	$953	530 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,025	700 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,217	994 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,614	1,231 sq. ft.

Baton Rouge, LA rent trends

Rental prices in Baton Rouge, LA have increased by 2.27% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,246 to $1,274.

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

The largest share of rentals in Baton Rouge, LA (40%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 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?

Villa del Rey - Red Oak $809/month

Kildare - Oakcrest $810/month

Broadmoor $879/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,274/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Beauregard Town $1,706/month

Southdowns $2,035/month

Arlington $2,273/month

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

Average Rent in Baton Rouge, LA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Arlington	$2,273
Southdowns	$2,035
Beauregard Town	$1,706
Plantation Trace - College Town	$1,701
South Baton Rouge	$1,647
Calais	$1,450
Jefferson Place - Bocage	$1,430
Country Club Estates - Palm Hills	$1,316
Homewood - Silverside Plantation	$1,289
College Park - Magnolia Place	$1,193
Southmoor - Magellan Place	$1,103
Sherwood Forest	$1,070
Wickland Terrace - Lake Forest Park	$1,030
Roseland Terrace - Kleinert Terrace	$994
Tigerland Acres - Sharlo	$993
Greenville - Eden Park	$991
Southpark	$988
Woodland Ridge - Camelot	$977
Cedarcrest	$953
Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire	$945
Melrose	$918
Wooddale	$904
Dayton	$901
Broadmoor	$879
Kildare - Oakcrest	$810
Villa del Rey - Red Oak	$809

Baton Rouge | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington is 33% higher than in Beauregard Town

$2,273

Arlington rent is 78% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $2,273

$1,706

Beauregard Town rent is 34% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $1,706

How Baton Rouge Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baton Rouge	$1,274
New Orleans	$1,386
Lafayette	$1,164
Shreveport	$1,040
Hammond	$1,364
Slidell	$1,369
Lake Charles	$1,218
Ruston	$1,665
Denham Springs	$1,322
Youngsville	$1,464
Bossier City	$1,143
Zachary	$1,491
Gonzales, LA	$1,443

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.