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Baton Rouge, LA 70810
$1,105 - $2,950
1-2 Beds
La Playa Apartments
6515 Hanks Dr,
Baton Rouge,
LA
70812
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About La Playa Apartments
Ideally situated in Baton Rouge, LA is the beautiful La Playa Apartments. Explore the nearby coffee shops, stores, and delicious eateries. Get outdoors and check out the parks in close proximity. Hop Interstate 190 to get to and explore the Merrydale area.
La Playa Apartments is an apartment community located in E Baton Rouge County and the 70812 ZIP Code. This area is served by the East Baton Rouge Parish School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Freezer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
6515 Hanks Dr,
Baton Rouge,
LA
70812
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.
Learn more about living in Merrydale
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Merrydale | Baton Rouge, LA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | - | $904 |
| 1 Bedroom | $717 | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $777 | $1,193 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $820 | $1,403 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.8 mi |
La Playa Apartments is within 9 minutes or 4.6 miles from Baton Rouge Community College. It is also near Southern Univ., Baton Rouge and Louisiana State University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
274 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
679 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
129 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
307 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Walkability Near La Playa Apartments
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
70
/ 100
Traffic
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Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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6515 Hanks Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70812