
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA from $400 (19 Rentals)
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Bridgeway Apartments II

The Meadows Apartments

Bayou Shadows Apartment Homes

Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included

Whispering Oaks Apartments
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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 | $1,156 | $650 | $2,024 |
Opelousas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,187 | $540 | $2,474 |
Opelousas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $485 | $2,226 |
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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 upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included | Acadian - Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Bayou Shadows Apartment Homes | Efficiency w/Patio 527Sq.Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA and Nearby
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Opelousas area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Brooke Pointe in the in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Opelousas apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes starting at $1,245 with a $1.11 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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Brooke Pointe | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
Maison Bocage Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
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 |
Holly Place | HPA1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
River Oaks Apartments | 1x1TH | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Bridgeway Apartments II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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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