Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
East Baton Rouge County offers a diverse rental landscape that blends historic charm with vibrant student life and growing suburban comfort. Prospective renters can choose from a mix of modern apartments and spacious single‑family homes, catering to everyone from young professionals to growing families. Studio apartments tend to rent in the $900‑$1,000 range, while one‑bedroom units are commonly found in the $1,100‑$1,200 bracket. Two‑bedroom apartments and homes typically fall between $1,200 and $1,300, and three‑bedroom options span the $1,300‑$1,800 range, providing ample space for roommates or small families. Larger four‑plus bedroom units, often situated in more established neighborhoods, command rates in the $2,400‑$2,500 range, reflecting their premium size and amenities.
The county’s neighborhoods each bring their own flavor to the market. Downtown Baton Rouge and the nearby University District attract students and faculty from Louisiana State University, offering walkable streets, dining hotspots, and easy transit to campus. Suburban communities such as Shenandoah, Southgate, and Westminster provide quiet, family‑friendly streets with easy access to parks like Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center and shopping hubs such as Capital Commons. With a balanced mix of affordable apartments and well‑maintained houses, East Baton Rouge stands out as a welcoming place to call home, whether you’re seeking the energy of a bustling city center or the tranquility of suburban living.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $961 | $895 | $650 - $1,420 | $725 - $1,117 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,119 | $1,045 | $257 - $2,550 | $840 - $1,375 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,287 | $1,150 | $735 - $2,995 | $1,012 - $1,460 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,438 | $1,337 | $640 - $2,968 | $1,175 - $1,669 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $1,952 | $1,430 | $635 - $3,415 | $1,321 - $3,150 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,196 | $1,195 | $900 - $1,500 | $1,051 - $1,350 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,225 | $1,150 | $600 - $3,250 | $895 - $1,450 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,810 | $1,800 | $230 - $4,600 | $1,450 - $2,100 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,650 | $2,495 | $1,295 - $7,000 | $2,075 - $3,000 |
In the current period, the average rent in East Baton Rouge was $956 for Studio, $1,126 for 1 Bedroom, $1,265 for 2 Bedroom, $1,753 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,361 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.