What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The average size for a Baton Rouge, LA apartment is 927 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 Jan / 2026, the average rent in Baton Rouge is $1,259 per month, a 2.52% increase from last years average of $1,228.

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

In Baton Rouge, studios rent for $928 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,021 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,214 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,573 per month

What is the average apartment size in Baton Rouge?

The typical apartment in Baton Rouge offers about 927 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 ($2,030/month), University Acres ($2,145/month), and Arlington ($2,211/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 42% 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 ($799/month), Villa del Rey - Red Oak ($830/month), and Wooddale ($875/month), all below the citywide average of $1,259.

Last updated: February 19, 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 2.52% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,228.

Studio Apartments at $928 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 $1,021, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,214 offer 992 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,234 sq ft) for $1,573, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baton Rouge, LA

Last updated: February 19, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,259	927 sq. ft.
Studio	$928	530 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,021	701 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,214	992 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,573	1,234 sq. ft.

Baton Rouge, LA rent trends

Rental prices in Baton Rouge, LA have increased by 2.52% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,228 to $1,259.

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

The largest share of rentals in Baton Rouge, LA (42%) 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 $799/month

Villa del Rey - Red Oak $830/month

Wooddale $875/month

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

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Southdowns $2,030/month

University Acres $2,145/month

Arlington $2,211/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	$2,211
University Acres	$2,145
Southdowns	$2,030
Beauregard Town	$1,687
Plantation Trace - College Town	$1,608
South Baton Rouge	$1,564
Calais	$1,405
Jefferson Place - Bocage	$1,404
Homewood - Silverside Plantation	$1,310
Crestwood Park - Oxford Place	$1,292
Country Club Estates - Palm Hills	$1,283
College Park - Magnolia Place	$1,174
Magnoliawood	$1,140
Southmoor - Magellan Place	$1,121
Wickland Terrace - Lake Forest Park	$1,055
Sherwood Forest	$1,051
Capital Heights	$1,021
Roseland Terrace - Kleinert Terrace	$1,008
Southpark	$1,001
Woodland Ridge - Camelot	$978
Corporate Square - Glenwood	$972
Tigerland Acres - Sharlo	$964
Cedarcrest	$949
Melrose	$932
Broadmoor	$897
Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire	$895
Dayton	$887
Wooddale	$875
Villa del Rey - Red Oak	$830
Kildare - Oakcrest	$799

Baton Rouge | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington is 31% higher than in Beauregard Town

$2,211

Arlington rent is 76% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $2,211

$1,687

Beauregard Town rent is 34% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $1,687

How Baton Rouge Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baton Rouge	$1,259
New Orleans	$1,416
Lafayette	$1,143
Ruston	$1,637
Shreveport	$1,042
Hammond	$1,300
Lake Charles	$1,131
Bossier City	$1,222
Slidell	$1,309
Youngsville	$1,431
Alexandria	$1,082
Baker, LA	$704
Gonzales	$1,435
Zachary	$1,500
Denham Springs	$1,292
Addis, LA	$1,346
Prairieville, LA	$1,641

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.