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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Baton Rouge is $1,259 per month, a 2.63% increase from last years average of $1,227.

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

In Baton Rouge, studios rent for $943 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,014 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,210 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,577 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 530 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 701 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 992 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 Southdowns ($2,037/month), University Acres ($2,093/month), and Arlington ($2,242/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 ($784/month), Villa del Rey - Red Oak ($836/month), and Wooddale ($876/month), all below the citywide average of $1,259.

Last updated: April 06, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baton Rouge is $1,259, a 2.63% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,227.

Studio Apartments at $943 offer the most budget-friendly option with 530 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 701 square feet for $1,014, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,210 offer 992 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,234 sq ft) for $1,577, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baton Rouge, LA

Last updated: April 06, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,259	928 sq. ft.
Studio	$943	530 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,014	701 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,210	992 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,577	1,234 sq. ft.

Baton Rouge, LA rent trends

Rental prices in Baton Rouge, LA have increased by 2.63% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,227 to $1,259.

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.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Kildare - Oakcrest $784/month

Villa del Rey - Red Oak $836/month

Wooddale $876/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,259/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Southdowns $2,037/month

University Acres $2,093/month

Arlington $2,242/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	$2,242
University Acres	$2,093
Southdowns	$2,037
Beauregard Town	$1,685
Plantation Trace - College Town	$1,648
South Baton Rouge	$1,595
Jefferson Place - Bocage	$1,405
Calais	$1,329
Country Club Estates - Palm Hills	$1,299
Homewood - Silverside Plantation	$1,288
Crestwood Park - Oxford Place	$1,255
College Park - Magnolia Place	$1,179
Magnoliawood	$1,124
Southmoor - Magellan Place	$1,101
Sherwood Forest	$1,066
Wickland Terrace - Lake Forest Park	$1,052
Tigerland Acres - Sharlo	$1,011
Capital Heights	$1,007
Woodland Ridge - Camelot	$978
Roseland Terrace - Kleinert Terrace	$974
Southpark	$970
Corporate Square - Glenwood	$957
Cedarcrest	$946
Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire	$933
Melrose	$911
Dayton	$898
Broadmoor	$893
Wooddale	$876
Villa del Rey - Red Oak	$836
Kildare - Oakcrest	$784

Baton Rouge | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington is 33% higher than in Beauregard Town

$2,242

Arlington rent is 78% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $2,242

$1,685

Beauregard Town rent is 34% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $1,685

How Baton Rouge Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baton Rouge	$1,259
New Orleans	$1,379
Lafayette	$1,161
Ruston	$1,684
Shreveport	$1,061
Hammond	$1,282
Lake Charles	$1,162
Bossier City	$1,561
Slidell	$1,339
Youngsville	$1,419
Alexandria	$1,031
Baker, LA	$739
Gonzales	$1,439
Zachary	$1,515
Denham Springs	$1,273
Addis, LA	$1,285
Prairieville, LA	$1,637

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.