Average Rent in Louisiana

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Current Versus Historical Louisiana Rents

Louisiana rentals average $2,000 for a studio rental to $2,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,200, or roughly $1 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in January 2025, median rents have fallen substantiallyover the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $500 (32.26%) year-over-year from $1,550 to $2,050. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $716 (-56.84%) year-over-year from $1,259 to $544. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $388 (-32.82%) year-over-year from $1,183 to $795. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $83 (-5.43%) year-over-year from $1,533 to $1,450. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $258 (13.30%) year-over-year from $1,942 to $2,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 22.58% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 50.52% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 38.20% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 10.85% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.35% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jan 2025 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$0.47	$2,050	$1,550 (32.26%)	$1,514 (35.40%)
1 BR	$0.85	$544	$1,259 (-56.84%)	$1,390 (-60.89%)
2 BR	$0.89	$795	$1,183 (-32.82%)	$1,061 (-25.05%)
3 BR	$1.00	$1,450	$1,533 (-5.43%)	$1,342 (8.07%)
4+ BR	$1.08	$2,200	$1,942 (13.30%)	$1,800 (22.22%)

Historical Rents in Louisiana

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Top Cities Near Louisiana

There are a total of 49 cities nearby Louisiana. The average rent in Louisiana is currently $2,200 per month. Our records show that Nashville, TN, with an average rent of $1,437, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Louisiana is Flower Mound, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,995 per month.

Let's compare Louisiana's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Louisiana is 50.45% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 118.36% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Louisiana are about 126.11% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 45.67% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 49 total cities near Louisiana in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Galveston, TX	$900	$1,200	$1,650	$1,750
Houston, TX	$1,025	$1,279	$1,680	$1,830
Conroe, TX	N/A	$1,099	$1,270	$1,900
Spring, TX	N/A	$1,225	$1,288	$1,950
League City, TX	N/A	$1,305	$1,595	$2,200
Atascocita, TX	N/A	$1,283	$1,925	$2,298
Sugar Land, TX	N/A	$2,250	$1,750	$2,300
Missouri City, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,899	$2,475
Pearland, TX	N/A	$900	$1,690	$2,500
The Woodlands, TX	$2,025	$1,200	$2,150	$2,687

Top Neighborhoods Near Louisiana

There are a total of 61 neighborhoods in or near Louisiana. Some of these neighborhoods include South Main, Greenway - Upper Kirby, and Braeswood Place. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 61 total neighborhoods in or near Louisiana in the following chart.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Louisiana is currently around $1,863 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-nine neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,863. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Louisiana's average rent, which is only $1,200. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Louisiana, Greater Inwood has the most affordable average rent at $1,010 per month. Whereas, at $3,970 average rent per month, North Buckhead is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Louisiana. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
South Main, Houston, TX	N/A	$955	$1,250	$1,275
Greenway - Upper Kirby, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,250	$2,300	$1,445
Braeswood Place, Houston, TX	$1,249	$1,428	$1,705	$1,480
Astrodome, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,280	$1,570	$1,485
Alief, Houston, TX	N/A	$890	$1,177	$1,550
Greater Third Ward, Houston, TX	$700	$1,000	$1,300	$1,585
West University, Austin, TX	$1,150	$1,295	$1,850	$1,595
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX	$850	$1,048	$1,600	$1,600
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX	$975	$1,295	$2,300	$1,628
Spring Shadows, Houston, TX	N/A	$959	$1,349	$1,749
Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX	$1,659	$950	$1,650	$1,773
Spring Branch East, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,430	$1,830	$1,790
OST - South Union, Houston, TX	$1,925	$900	$1,298	$1,810
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,337	$1,673	$1,850
Central Southwest, Houston, TX	$1,625	$1,459	$1,579	$1,863
Northside Village, Houston, TX	$1,000	$1,035	$1,600	$1,875
Sunnyside, Houston, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,250	$1,875
Great Uptown, Houston, TX	$1,725	$1,591	$2,000	$1,975
Kingwood, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,203	$1,509	$2,000
Greater Fifth Ward, Houston, TX	$800	$920	$1,200	$2,050
Briarforest, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,100	$1,600	$2,150
Acres Home, Houston, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,575	$2,199
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX	$1,528	$1,930	$2,515	$2,200
Greater Heights, Houston, TX	$1,244	$1,500	$2,248	$2,200
Midtown, Atlanta, GA	$1,750	$1,900	$2,623	$2,290
The Museum District, Houston, TX	N/A	$2,141	$2,685	$2,521
Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, GA	N/A	$2,088	$2,910	$2,609
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,598	$2,448	$2,926
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$1,020	$2,450	$5,000	$3,150
Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX	$1,869	$2,200	$4,248	$3,526

Top Counties Near Louisiana

There are a total of 61 counties located by Louisiana. Some of these counties include Galveston, TX, Houston, TX, and Montgomery, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,250. That's roughly around $1 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is East Grayson, TX. It's average rent per month is $1,700. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,000, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by Louisiana.

Typically, rent for studios in Louisiana is 45.50% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Louisiana is 130.84% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Louisiana is 135.53% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Galveston, TX	$900	$1,200	$1,650	$1,750
Houston, TX	$1,038	$1,295	$1,680	$1,900
Montgomery, TX	$1,100	$1,200	$1,750	$1,920
Texas City-League City, TX	$895	$1,225	$1,395	$1,950
Southeast Montgomery, TX	$1,093	$1,203	$1,637	$2,099
Northwest Harris, TX	$1,090	$999	$1,420	$2,100
Rosenberg-Richmond, TX	$5,000	$1,345	$2,105	$2,115
Stafford-Missouri City, TX	N/A	$1,675	$1,800	$2,373
Alvin-Pearland, TX	$2,000	$950	$1,525	$2,400
Sugar Land, TX	N/A	$1,669	$1,750	$2,400

Top Zipcodes Near Louisiana

There are a total of 50 zipcodes in or near Louisiana. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,123.

The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in Louisiana. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
77054, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,243	$1,508	$1,355
77449, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,528	$1,860	$2,075
78660, Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,320	$1,775	$2,145
75070, McKinney, TX	$3,250	$1,910	$2,495	$2,550
78745, Austin, TX	$825	$1,438	$1,638	$1,850
78704, Austin, TX	$927	$1,475	$1,950	$2,195
75034, Frisco, TX	$2,985	$1,640	$2,245	$2,900
77004, Houston, TX	$700	$1,798	$1,550	$2,100
77084, Houston, TX	$1,025	$1,576	$1,775	$1,800
75219, Dallas, TX	$1,422	$1,485	$2,800	$2,350

Frequently Asked Questions - Louisiana Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Louisiana?

The average monthly rental price for Louisiana apartments for rent is approximately $1,200. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Louisiana rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Louisiana.

How much is a studio apartment in Louisiana?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,000 and an average price per square feet of $0.47. There are a total of 75 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Louisiana.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Louisiana?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $561 and an average price per square feet of $0.85. There are a total of 46 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Louisiana.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Louisiana?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $743 and an average price per square feet of $0.89. There are a total of 48 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Louisiana.

How have rent prices in Louisiana changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Louisiana can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.32%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.57%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.33%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Louisiana?

A reasonable rent price in Louisiana is around $960/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.