Student Housing in Baton Rouge, LA
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Student Housing in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge offers the quintessential college-town experience with a vibrant student community energized by multiple universities, including LSU and Southern University. With 27 dedicated housing options near campus, finding your perfect student home is effortless. The city's prime location puts you minutes from classrooms, fostering a seamless academic life. The student scene thrives with endless entertainment—trendy restaurants, late-night cafés, and lively bars line streets where peers gather between classes. Tigerland's legendary nightlife keeps weekends exciting, while downtown's cultural venues and live music venues provide year-round entertainment. Navigation is simple with accessible public transportation and bike-friendly streets connecting housing to campus and local hotspots. Whether you prefer bustling student complexes or quieter residential neighborhoods, Baton Rouge's diverse housing landscape accommodates every lifestyle and budget. Beyond affordability and convenience, student housing here means joining a tight-knit community where friendships flourish both in dorms and neighborhood hangouts. You're not just renting a room—you're claiming your spot in a city designed around student success and an unforgettable college experience.
Housing Overview
- Location
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Properties
- 24 listed
- Total Beds
- 0
What to Know About Baton Rouge
Key highlights for students considering Baton Rouge
27 student housing options near campus provide diverse choices
Multiple universities create a vibrant academic community
LSU and Southern University offer comprehensive educational programs
Proximity to four universities ensures abundant student amenities
Baton Rouge's diverse institutions support various academic interests
Student Life in Baton Rouge
# Student Life in Baton Rouge, Louisiana Baton Rouge welcomes students with Southern charm and genuine community spirit. Home to prestigious institutions like Louisiana State University, Southern University and A & M College, and several other quality colleges, this capital city offers an authentic college experience without overwhelming big-city pressures. The city's student-friendly neighborhoods cluster near campus areas, with 27 housing options ranging from traditional dorms to off-campus apartments. Mid-City and Beauregard Town attract students seeking walkable areas with character, while newer developments near LSU provide modern conveniences. Part-time work is readily available through the university systems, local retail, and the growing healthcare sector centered around Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University's medical programs. Many students also find opportunities in government offices and restaurants. Baton Rouge's social scene thrives year-round. Tiger Stadium gamedays create electric atmospheres, while the vibrant Playgrounds district and downtown venues host live music, from blues to hip-hop. The Mississippi River provides outdoor recreation, and local festivals celebrate everything from crawfish to arts. Compared to other college towns, Baton Rouge remains affordable. Housing costs stay reasonable, and Louisiana's lower state taxes help stretch student budgets further. The city's unique culture blends French heritage, African American history, and Southern traditions. Events like the Baton Rouge Blues Festival and Second Saturday Art Market showcase local creativity. Students quickly discover that life here means embracing genuine hospitality, delicious cuisine, and a community that genuinely values its student population.
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Student Housing in Baton Rouge
Spanish Oaks Apartments/HOME
Spanish Oaks Apartments is a 89-unit apartment community located at 4430 Hatcher Ave in Baton Rouge, approximately 6 miles from Southern University and A & M College. Built in 1975, the property offers amenities including a 24-hour fitness center, gated access, full kitchens with dishwashers, high-speed internet, and outdoor features such as a courtyard and BBQ grill.
The Villas on Brightside
The Villas on Brightside is a 148-unit apartment community located at 1645 Brightside Dr in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 9.6 miles from Southern University and A & M College. Built in 1983, the property features in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens with dishwashers, and amenities including 24-hour fitness facilities, a basketball court, gated access, and high-speed internet.
El Cid Apartments
El Cid Apartments is a 78-unit apartment community located at 448 W Parker Blvd in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 8.5 miles from Southern University and A & M College. Built in 1962, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and on-site management, a fitness center, full kitchens with dishwashers, laundry facilities, and outdoor spaces such as a courtyard and dog park. Units feature air conditioning, heating, carpet, ceiling fans, and balcony patios.
Citiscape at Essen Apartments
Citiscape at Essen Apartments is a 299-unit apartment community built in 2003, located at 5010 Mancuso Ln in Baton Rouge, approximately 10.1 miles from Southern University and A & M College. The property offers amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, dog park, gated community access, and units equipped with full kitchens, air conditioning, balcony patios, and ceiling fans. 24/7 maintenance services are available to residents.
The Gardens Senior Apartments
The Gardens Senior Apartments is an apartment community located at 4949 Hooper Rd in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 2.9 miles from Southern University and A & M College. This property offers housing options convenient to the campus and surrounding areas.
Beltline Townhomes
Beltline Townhomes is an apartment community with 32 units located at 1833 Gayosa St in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 5 miles from Southern University and A & M College. Built in 2013, the property features range ovens in units. This housing option provides convenient proximity to campus for students.
Lake Towers
Lake Towers is an apartment community located at 999 N 9th St in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 4.8 miles from Southern University and A & M College. The property offers student housing options in the Baton Rouge area.
Citiscape at Essen Apartments
Citiscape at Essen Apartments is located at 5010 Mancuso Ln in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 4.0 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. This apartment community offers housing options for students in the greater Baton Rouge area.
Cypress Park
Cypress Park is an apartment community located at 10318 Celtic Dr in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 4.4 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. The property offers student housing options in the Baton Rouge area.
The Bengal Apartments
The Bengal Apartments is located at 3003 River Rd in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 7.2 miles from Southern University and A & M College. This apartment community offers housing options for students in the greater Baton Rouge area.
East Laville Hall
East Laville Hall is a student housing facility located at 402 S Campus Dr. in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on the Louisiana State University campus. The property is situated approximately 7.9 miles from Southern University and A & M College. This residence hall provides on-campus housing for students attending LSU.
Drake's Landing Apartments
Drake's Landing Apartments is located at 801 N Ardenwood Dr in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 6 miles from Southern University and A & M College. The property offers apartment-style housing suitable for students in the area.
Paramount at Cedar Lodge
Paramount at Cedar Lodge is an apartment community located at 6929 Commerce Cir in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 7.8 miles from Southern University and A & M College. The property offers housing options for students seeking accommodation in the Baton Rouge area.
The Villas at Stone Creek
The Villas at Stone Creek is an apartment community located at 11888 Longridge Ave in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 5.6 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. This property offers student housing options in the Baton Rouge area.
Park Regency Apartments
Park Regency Apartments is located at 260 Sharp Rd in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 8.5 miles from Southern University and A & M College. This apartment community offers housing options for students seeking accommodation in the Baton Rouge area.
Cedarbrook Apartments
Cedarbrook Apartments is located at 1860 Boulevard Province De in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 5.5 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. This apartment community offers residential housing options for students in the Baton Rouge area.
Meadows at Nicholson
Meadows at Nicholson is an apartment community located at 11777 Nicholson Dr in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 7.1 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. The property offers housing options for students attending institutions in the greater Baton Rouge area.
The Addison
The Addison is an apartment community located at 10231 The Grove Blvd in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 5.5 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. This student housing property offers apartment-style living for students seeking accommodation near campus.
Motor City Apartments
Motor City Apartments is located at 2040 Gayosa St in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 1.8 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. This apartment community offers residential housing options for students in the area.
Kingston Point Apartments
Kingston Point Apartments is located at 1919 Boulevard De Province in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 5.6 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. This apartment community offers housing options for students and other residents in the Baton Rouge area.
Pentagon Activity Center
Pentagon Activity Center is a student housing property located at 4536 Dalrymple Dr in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 3.4 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. The facility offers residential accommodations designed for students seeking housing in the Baton Rouge area.
The Quarters Apartments
The Quarters Apartments is located at 4618 Alvin Dark Ave in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 4.6 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. This apartment community offers student housing options in the Baton Rouge area.
Flatiron Leasing Office
Flatiron Leasing Office is an apartment community located at 4410 Highland Rd Suite A-6 in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 3.8 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. The property offers student housing options in the local area.
The Standard Apartments Baton Rouge
The Standard Apartments is located at 3333 Iowa St in Baton Rouge, LA, approximately 0.5 miles from Louisiana State University. This apartment community provides student housing options in close proximity to campus.
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