
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA from $400 (22 Rentals)
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217 W Vine St

1339 Cherokee Dr

Bridgeway Apartments II

The Meadows Apartments

Gabriel Villa Apartments
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Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included

City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M.
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144 High Meadows Blvd

105 Cadillac St

243 High Meadows Blvd

125 Brina Ln
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Opelousas, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Opelousas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Opelousas Studio Apartments | $838 | $695 | $970 |
Opelousas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $650 | $2,155 |
Opelousas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $540 | $2,349 |
Opelousas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $495 | $2,249 |
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Cheapest Available Opelousas Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Opelousas, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Meadows Apartments in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood priced from $650. Whispering Oaks Apartments in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Opelousas apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Meadows Apartments | Gardens 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Whispering Oaks Apartments | 1x1 500sf downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included | Acadian - Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Holly Place | HPA1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA and Nearby
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Opelousas area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at Maison Bocage Apartments in the in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood starting from $1,645. The second greatest value Opelousas apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Brooke Pointe starting at $1,250 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Opelousas apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Maison Bocage Apartments | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.91 |
Brooke Pointe | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Holly Place | HPC1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
Bridgeway Apartments II | 2 Bed 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
4111 Highway 31, Unit A | 4111 Highway 31 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Mimosa Place Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
River Oaks Apartments | 1x1TH | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Meadows Apartments | Buttercup 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Getting Around Opelousas, LA
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Opelousas Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Opelousas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Opelousas Apartment is $650 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Opelousas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Opelousas is starting from $700 at The Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Opelousas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Opelousas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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