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 Apr / 2026, the average rent in Baton Rouge is $1,266 per month, a 2.31% increase from last years average of $1,237.

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

In Baton Rouge, studios rent for $945 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,018 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,212 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,591 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 affordable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge include Kildare - Oakcrest ($818/month), Wooddale ($896/month), and Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire ($930/month), all below the citywide average of $1,266.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge are Jefferson Place - Bocage ($1,402/month), Plantation Trace - College Town ($1,686/month), and Beauregard Town ($1,694/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, 52% of households rent while 48% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: May 16, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Baton Rouge is $1,266, a 2.31% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,237.

Studio Apartments at $945 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 $1,018, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,212 offer 992 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,234 sq ft) for $1,591, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Baton Rouge, LA

Last updated: May 16, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,266	928 sq. ft.
Studio	$945	530 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,018	701 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,212	992 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,591	1,234 sq. ft.

Baton Rouge, LA rent trends

Rental prices in Baton Rouge, LA have increased by 2.31% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,237 to $1,266.

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?

46,054 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?

Kildare - Oakcrest $818/month

Wooddale $896/month

Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire $930/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,266/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Baton Rouge?

Jefferson Place - Bocage $1,402/month

Plantation Trace - College Town $1,686/month

Beauregard Town $1,694/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	$1,694
Plantation Trace - College Town	$1,686
Jefferson Place - Bocage	$1,402
Homewood - Silverside Plantation	$1,329
Country Club Estates - Palm Hills	$1,314
College Park - Magnolia Place	$1,187
Wickland Terrace - Lake Forest Park	$1,023
Tigerland Acres - Sharlo	$990
Southpark	$982
Woodland Ridge - Camelot	$975
Corporate Square - Glenwood	$972
Forest Oaks - La Belle Aire	$930
Wooddale	$896
Kildare - Oakcrest	$818

Baton Rouge | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Beauregard Town is 43% higher than in College Park - Magnolia Place

$1,694

Beauregard Town rent is 34% higher than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $1,694

$1,187

College Park - Magnolia Place rent is 6% lower than Baton Rouge average

Average Rent $1,187

How Baton Rouge Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Baton Rouge	$1,266
New Orleans	$1,384
Lafayette	$1,159
Ruston	$1,664
Shreveport	$1,070
Hammond	$1,309
Lake Charles	$1,201
Bossier City	$1,173
Slidell	$1,355
Youngsville	$1,449
Alexandria	$1,045
Gonzales	$1,452
Zachary	$1,481
Denham Springs	$1,290

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.