
Cheap Homes for Rent in Palmetto, LA from $700 (13 Rentals)
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217 W Vine St

213 W Vine St

428 E M.L.K. Dr

157 Marie St

137 S 3 Mile Ave

36 Larkspur Ln

616 Brick St

1003 Lester Dr

201 High Meadows Blvd

804 Westend Dr

1029 Azalea St

305 S Poydras St
Palmetto, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Palmetto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Palmetto 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $900 | $725 | $1,200 |
Palmetto 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,606 | $795 | $2,100 |
Palmetto 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,940 | $1,150 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Palmetto Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palmetto, 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 Palmetto 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 |
City Heights Steeplechase (C.H.A.M.) | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Chateau Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath I | 2BR,2BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmetto, LA and Nearby
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palmetto 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 Palmetto 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 Palmetto 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 | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
Pinewoods Apartments | Two bed One Full & 1 Half bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
Chateau Lafayette Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath I | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
City Heights Steeplechase (C.H.A.M.) | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Canterbury Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
River Oaks Apartments | 1x1TH | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Meadows Apartments | Buttercup 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palmetto
What type of rentals are currently available in Palmetto?
There are currently 34 Apartments for Rent in Palmetto, LA with pricing that ranges from $485 to $2,094. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palmetto ranging from $650 to $2,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Palmetto?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palmetto ranges from $650 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,274.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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