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Opelousas, LA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Opelousas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opelousas 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $867 | $650 | $1,200 |
| Opelousas 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,316 | $795 | $1,950 |
| Opelousas 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,885 | $1,095 | $2,600 |
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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. Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows Apartments | Gardens 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included | Acadian - Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Basswood | Large 1x1 Main Level Classic | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA and Nearby
As of April 18, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maison Bocage Apartments | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.91 |
| Brooke Pointe | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Whispering Oaks Apartments | 2x2 950sf upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Pinewoods Apartments | Two bed One Full & 1 Half bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 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 | $1.16 |
| The Meadows Apartments | Buttercup 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA with pricing that ranges from $485 to $2,599. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Opelousas ranging from $650 to $2,600.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Opelousas ranges from $650 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,198.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.