Merrydale

Baton Rouge, LA

Merrydale - Baton Rouge, LA

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

3 (3 Reviews)

A quiet community within minutes of Baton Rouge

Scenic • Lush • Rural • Suburban • Affordable •

Located about seven miles northeast of Downtown Baton Rouge, Merrydale is a predominantly residential community covered in lush greenery. Merrydale’s natural beauty contributes to its overall laidback vibe, along with its community-oriented atmosphere.

Merrydale offers a wide variety of affordable apartments and houses available for rent on tree-dense streets. Options for outdoor recreation abound at Maplewood Park, Hooper Road Park, North Sherwood Forest Community Park, and Blackwater Conservation Area. Residents enjoy the community’s secluded feel, along with its great schools and easy access to Downtown Baton Rouge. Commuting and traveling from Merrydale is simple with convenience to U.S. 190, I-110, and Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Merrydale is $654 for one bedroom, $747 for two bedrooms, and $824 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Merrydale has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.

1 BR
670 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$654/month

Average Rent

2 BR
850 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$747/month

Average Rent

3 BR
975 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$824/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Reviews of Merrydale - Baton Rouge, LA

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3 3 Reviews

Current Resident

6 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review

I liked the general quiet of Merrydale years ago; however, nowadays I hear gunshots throughout the night, and it can be a bit unnerving. Also, the roads, sidewalks, infrastructure in general is horrible.

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