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Baton Rouge, LA

Overview
Living In Baton Rouge
Cost of Living In Baton Rouge
Migration
Things to do
Transportation

Overview

Baton Rouge, LA, home to around 220,000 residents, is well known for its tranquil views of the Missippi River and Southern history. An interesting fact about Baton Rouge is that when pink flamingos show up along the city's lakes it signifies the start of the Mardi Gras season. Another fun fact is that the city has an underground tunnel that connects the Governor’s Mansion in Baton Rouge to LSU’s Tiger Stadium.

What’s it like to live in Baton Rouge, LA ?

If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Baton Rouge, LA you'll find that the median sale price is and homes stay on the market for 40 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of a single family home and a condo/co-op in Baton Rouge are and , respectively. Baton Rouge area townhouses have a median sale price of , making them less expensive than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA

Explore our Baton Rouge housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over the years and how Baton Rouge home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Baton Rouge rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Baton Rouge rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Baton Rouge, or looking for a new home improvement project, discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.

Popular neighborhoods in and around Baton Rouge

Neighborhood	Median Sale Price	Compete Score	Walk Score	Real Estate
Garden District	$395,875	--	60 / 100	For Sale For Rent
Greenwell Springs-Central	$235,000	61 / 100	--	For Sale For Rent
East Baton Rouge	$215,000	53 / 100	--	For Sale For Rent
Brownsfield-Central	$258,250	33 / 100	--	For Sale For Rent
Lsu	$190,000	24 / 100	--	For Sale For Rent

Note: Home prices vary by seasonLast Updated: 2025-06-30

Popular homes for sale in Baton Rouge

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$239,900
3 beds
2 baths
1201 sq ft
1648 Mary Evers Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
$175,000
3 beds
2.5 baths
1413 sq ft
2163 Colorado St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
$179,995
3 beds
2 baths
1499 sq ft
3871 Winbourne Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70805
$224,000
4 beds
3.5 baths
2726 sq ft
2704 79th Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70807
$187,500
3 beds
2 baths
2200 sq ft
9535 Hyacinth Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
$235,000
3 beds
2 baths
1965 sq ft
3442 Edgemont Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70814
$130,000
3 beds
3 baths
1238 sq ft
5284 Peerless St, Baton Rouge, LA 70811
$249,000
4 beds
2 baths
2073 sq ft
12651 Parnell Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
$287,500
4 beds
3 baths
2979 sq ft
12273 E Millburn Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
$299,900
4 beds
2.5 baths
2144 sq ft
13737 Stone Gate Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Rental listings in Baton Rouge

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1 / 4
$650+ /mo
1-2 bed
1-2 bath
800-1,100 sq ft
Broadmoor VIP Apartments | 9262 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Apartment
Broadmoor VIP Apartments - 9262 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
1 / 33
$900+ /mo
1-2 bed
1-2 bath
900-1,180 sq ft
Ole Towne | 1607 College Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Apartment
Ole Towne - 1607 College Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
1 / 17
NEW 22 HRS AGO
DEAL
$749+ /mo
1-2 bed
1 bath
513-828 sq ft
The Bengal | 3003 River Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Apartment • 15 units available
The Bengal - 3003 River Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
1 / 17
$920+ /mo
1-4 bed
1-2.5 bath
700-2,500 sq ft
The Patrician | 5000 Claycut Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Apartment
The Patrician - 5000 Claycut Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
1 / 46
DEAL
3D WALKTHROUGH
$770+ /mo
1-3 bed
1-2 bath
573-1,335 sq ft
Fairway View I & II | 2225 College Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Apartment
Fairway View I & II - 2225 College Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
1 / 51
DEAL
$799+ /mo
1-3 bed
1-3 bath
750-1,525 sq ft
Bellemont Victoria I | 3225 Victoria Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70805
Apartment • 17 units available
Bellemont Victoria I - 3225 Victoria Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70805
1 / 19
NEW 16 HRS AGO
$700+ /mo
0-2 beds
1 bath
500-915 sq ft
Park Regency | 260 Sharp Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Apartment • 5 units available
Park Regency - 260 Sharp Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
1 / 10
NEW 16 HRS AGO
3D WALKTHROUGH
$865+ /mo
1-2 bed
1-2 bath
740-1,090 sq ft
Bienville Towers | 2100 College Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Apartment • 6 units available
Bienville Towers - 2100 College Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
1 / 24
$971+ /mo
1-3 bed
1-2 bath
500-1,085 sq ft
Retreat at Brightside | 2000 Brightside Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
Apartment
Retreat at Brightside - 2000 Brightside Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
NEW 14 HRS AGO
DEAL
$949+ /mo
2-3 beds
2 baths
882-1,057 sq ft
Square One | 4888 Hooper Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70811
Apartment • 2 units available
Square One - 4888 Hooper Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70811
1 / 34
DEAL
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,060+ /mo
1-2 bed
1-2 bath
650-1,000 sq ft
Regency Club | 11555 Southfork Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Apartment • 10 units available
Regency Club - 11555 Southfork Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
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$2,620/mo
5 beds
3 baths
2,016 sq ft
Villas at Oak Bend | 16625 Poe Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Apartment • 1 unit available
Villas at Oak Bend - 16625 Poe Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

What is the cost of living in Baton Rouge?

The cost of living in Baton Rouge is 8% lower than the national average. Housing is typically the largest expense for most American households. In Baton Rouge, the average monthly rent is $1,380, while the median home price is $252,500. Overall, housing in Baton Rouge is 44% lower than the national average. Groceries, like produce, dry goods, and other essential household items, cost 2% lower in Baton Rouge. Though healthcare costs 10% lower in Baton Rouge compared to the national average, costs vary greatly by location, person, personal health, and health insurance. In Baton Rouge, an optometry check-up costs around $107.91, while a dentist appointment is $105.53 on average. Learn more about the cost of living in Baton Rouge. Discover how utilities, transportation, and lifestyle, compares against the national average.

Compared to the national average

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44%

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Baton Rouge Migration & Relocation Trends

In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 23% of Baton Rouge homebuyers searched to move out of Baton Rouge, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.

Where are people moving to Baton Rouge from?

Across the nation, 0.14% of homebuyers searched to move into Baton Rouge from outside metros.
Lafayette homebuyers searched to move into Baton Rouge more than any other metro followed by Dallas and New Orleans.

Where are people from Baton Rouge moving to?

77% of Baton Rouge homebuyers searched to stay within the Baton Rouge metropolitan area.
Gulfport was the most popular destination among Baton Rouge homebuyers followed by Nashville and Mobile.

Number of People Moving to Baton Rouge

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People are moving to Baton Rouge from

Inbound		Net inflow
Metros		Feb '25 - Apr '25
1	Lafayette, LA	343
2	Dallas, TX	88
3	New Orleans, LA	70
4	Los Angeles, CA	59
5	Atlanta, GA	53
6	San Francisco, CA	38
7	Washington, DC	36
8	Seattle, WA	33
9	Chicago, IL	22
10	Alexandria, LA	21

People are leaving Baton Rouge for

Outbound		Net outflow
Metros		Feb '25 - Apr '25
1	Gulfport, MS	44
2	Nashville, TN	38
3	Mobile, AL	15
4	Pensacola, FL	14
5	Destin, FL	14
6	Jackson, MS	11
7	Clarksville, TN	10
8	Knoxville, TN	9
9	Jacksonville, FL	6
10	Lake Charles, LA	5

Methodology

This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.

What is there to do in Baton Rouge, LA ?

Baton Rouge, LA, is home to a wide range of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of the many parks. Baton Rouge has many popular museums including the Louisiana Art & Science Museum, Louisiana State Museum, and Rural Life Museum, all of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. The Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts and Varsity Theatre are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Baton Rouge. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or jog through many parks, like Forest Park, BREC's Independence Park, or Arsenal Park. There are a variety of delicious eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in Baton Rouge. Don't miss out on local favorites like Parrain's Seafood Restaurant, Beausoleil Restaurant and Bar, and Sushi Yama Japanese Restaurant.

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Highland Coffees
Raising Cane's Dog Park
Baton Rouge Zoo
Farr Park RV Campground
USS KIDD and Veterans Memorial
Light House Coffee
Dogtopia of Baton Rouge
Blue Bayou Water Park
Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center
Magnolia Mound Plantation
Cc's Community Coffee House
Celebration Station
Louisiana Old State Capitol
Simple Joe Cafe
Forest Park
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
CC's Coffee House
City Brooks Community Park
Old Governor's Mansion
La Madeleine
Petz Plaza
Highland Road Park
Rural Life Museum
CC's Coffee House
Pete Maravich Assembly Center
Varsity Theatre
La Madeleine
Spectrum Fitness Club
Pj's Coffee
Crawfish Aquatics
Brew Ha-Ha!
Skate Galaxy

Foodies

Whether you’re a self-proclaimed foodie, or simply love great food, Baton Rouge has many restaurants, cafes, and dessert shops to choose from.

Pet Lovers

Pet lovers unite! Explore the many pet-friendly amenities in Baton Rouge, like dog parks, pet stores, groomers, veterinarians, and more.

Fun for All

Explore Baton Rouge attractions that are fun for all ages. From zoos to parks, and everything in between, discover some of the best attractions for everyone.

Outdoor Enthusiasts

Discover the many outdoor activities in Baton Rouge. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, nature preserves, campgrounds, and more.

Arts & Culture

If you’re an art connoisseur, history buff, or music maven, consider visiting one of Baton Rouge's local art galleries, museums, or music venues.

What's the best way to get around Baton Rouge, LA ?

The best way to get around Baton Rouge is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Baton Rouge has a walk score of 39, meaning this area is car dependent. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 70802. You can also get around Baton Rouge by bike. With a bike score of 44, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

Baton Rouge Transportation

Bus Station

Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.

Rail Station

Baton Rouge has 1 heavy rail station; Kansas City Southern Rlwy Co.. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.

Tram Station

Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.

Metro Station

Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.

Car & Bike Rentals

Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 30 car rental locations.

Airports

Baton Rouge has 3 airports which allows you to easily travel.

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