Average Rent in Baton Rouge, LA
What is the average rent in Baton Rouge, LA?
The average listed apartment rent in Baton Rouge, LA is $1,455 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 66 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 4, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
7 apartment buildings, 66 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Baton Rouge, LACheapest
$655/mo
Maison Burbank
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7
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66
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Baton Rouge, LA Rent Prices
All 7 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Maison Burbank
4600 Burbank Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, USA
The Hive @ 3rd
1925 N 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
The Villas at Riverbend
5689 River Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, USA
Lake Towers
999 N 9th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
440 on Third Apartments
440 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
Point at Mid City
352 S Foster Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA
The Everly at Rouzan
4850 Rouzan Square Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maison Burbank 4600 Burbank Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, USA | $655 | $655 | $0.55/ft² | 4 (590) | 1 |
| 2 | The Hive @ 3rd 1925 N 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA | $910 | $1,111 | $1.43/ft² | 4.6 (11) | 18 |
| 3 | The Villas at Riverbend 5689 River Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, USA | $930 | $993 | $0.53/ft² | 4.5 (340) | 3 |
| 4 | Lake Towers 999 N 9th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA | $995 | $1,023 | $1.04/ft² | 3.5 (102) | 3 |
| 5 | 440 on Third Apartments 440 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA | $1,000 as of Oct 12 | $1,370 | $1.60/ft² | 4.5 (39) | 10 |
| 6 | Point at Mid City 352 S Foster Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA | $1,365 | $1,587 | $1.65/ft² | 4.8 (16) | 11 |
| 7 | The Everly at Rouzan 4850 Rouzan Square Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, USA | $1,482 | $1,833 | $2.37/ft² | 4.6 (64) | 15 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Maison Burbank
4 (590)4600 Burbank Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, USA
The Hive @ 3rd
4.6 (11)1925 N 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
The Villas at Riverbend
4.5 (340)5689 River Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, USA
Lake Towers
3.5 (102)999 N 9th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
440 on Third Apartments
4.5 (39)440 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
Point at Mid City
4.8 (16)352 S Foster Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA
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Baton Rouge, LA neighborhoods
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Baton Rouge, LA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Baton Rouge, LA is $1,455 per month, based on 66 units across 7 apartment communities. Prices range from $655 at Maison Burbank to $2,411 at The Everly at Rouzan.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,515/mo | $1,482/mo | 3 |
| 1 Bed | $1,414/mo | $910/mo | 27 |
| 2 Bed | $1,556/mo | $1,030/mo | 30 |
| 3 Bed | $1,244/mo | $930/mo | 4 |
| 4 Bed | $815/mo | $655/mo | 2 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Baton Rouge, LA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Baton Rouge, LA averages $1,414/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,556/mo. At the local median household income of $49,944, that works out to 35% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Baton Rouge, LA at $1,044/mo. The current tracked market average runs 39% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Baton Rouge, LA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Baton Rouge
Demand in the Baton Rouge rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Louisiana State University
- ExxonMobil
- Turner Industries
- Our Lady of the Lake
Mean one-way commute in Baton Rouge, LA is 21 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Baton Rouge, LA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$58,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,455/mo.
Comfortable income
$70,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($655/mo), you need to earn at least $26,000/year.
Median household income in Baton Rouge, LA is $49,944 , about 28% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Baton Rouge, LA
Overall prices in Baton Rouge, LA runs below the national average by about 9% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 91.2, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Baton Rouge, LA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,455 |
| Utilities | $332 |
| Groceries | $502 |
| Transportation | $791 |
| Healthcare | $386 |
| Other goods and services | $618 |
| Estimated total | $4,084/mo |
Population
223,699
Median household income
$49,944
Census median rent
$1,044/mo
Census rent burden
34.6%
Median age
31.8
Mean commute
21 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Louisiana
How Baton Rouge, LA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Baton Rouge, LA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | $1,954 | +34% | -1.3% | 21 |
| Lafayette, LA | $1,112 | -24% | -14.2% | 17 |
| Monroe, LA | $1,275 | -12% | -19% | 9 |
| Kenner, LA | $1,150 | -21% | -2.7% | 7 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $1,494 | +3% | -1.8% | 6 |
| Shreveport, LA | $1,275 | -12% | +5.4% | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Baton Rouge, LA?
The average listed apartment rent in Baton Rouge, LA is $1,455 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 66 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Baton Rouge, LA?
The median asking rent in Baton Rouge, LA is $1,530 per month, computed from 66 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,455/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Baton Rouge, LA?
The lowest available rent in Baton Rouge, LA starts at $655 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Baton Rouge, LA?
1-bedroom apartments in Baton Rouge, LA average $1,414/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $910/mo across 27 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Baton Rouge, LA?
2-bedroom apartments in Baton Rouge, LA average $1,556/mo. Units start from $1,030/mo across 30 units currently listed.
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