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Upscale suburban feel with larger homes, parks, and better schools. Commute to downtown is 15 minutes. Median home price $420K; attracts families and established professionals.
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Goodwood, Baton Rouge
Upscale suburban feel with larger homes, parks, and better schools. Commute to downtown is 15 minutes. Median home price $420K; attracts families and established professionals.
Baton Rouge Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$950/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,200/mo
Median home price
$285K
Avg utilities
$145/mo
City-wide medians. Goodwood rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Baton Rouge breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Baton Rouge
Compare Goodwood with other popular areas.
Mid-City
Artsy, walkable historic area with galleries, cafes, and vintage shops on Third Street. Home to younger professionals and artists; gentrification ongoing but still affordable ($1,100 1BR).
Downtown / Beauregard Town
Riverfront revitalization with new restaurants, breweries, and lofts. Higher crime after dark; appealing for nightlife but residential living is limited.
Bocage
Leafy, quiet residential neighborhood near LSU campus. Mixed-income, diverse, with local cafes and walkable streets. Rents slightly above average ($1,050 1BR).
Spanish Town
Historic, bohemian neighborhood with colorful shotgun houses, street art, and independent businesses. LGBTQ-friendly vibe; mixed safety depending on block; rents around $900 1BR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goodwood a good neighborhood in Baton Rouge?
Upscale suburban feel with larger homes, parks, and better schools. Commute to downtown is 15 minutes. Median home price $420K; attracts families and established professionals.
What is the rent in Goodwood, Baton Rouge?
Baton Rouge citywide median 1BR rent is $950/mo. Goodwood pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Baton Rouge often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Goodwood in Baton Rouge known for?
Upscale suburban feel with larger homes, parks, and better schools. Commute to downtown is 15 minutes. Median home price $420K; attracts families and established professionals.
How does Goodwood compare to other Baton Rouge neighborhoods?
Goodwood is one of 5 notable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge. Other options include Mid-City, Downtown / Beauregard Town, Bocage.
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