Opelousas, LA rental market
Last updated October 3, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Opelousas, LA is $870.
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Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $550 to $1,900.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $500 | 2 |
| $600 | 3 |
| $700 | 10 |
| $800 | 5 |
| $900 | 5 |
| $1,000 | 5 |
| $1,100 | 1 |
| $1,300 | 1 |
| $1,400 | 2 |
| $1,500 | 2 |
| $1,600 | 2 |
| $1,800 | 1 |
| $1,900+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $70 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $775 | $725 |
| Feb | $725 | $750 |
| Mar | $700 | $750 |
| Apr | $800 | $850 |
| May | $925 | $750 |
| Jun | $925 | $725 |
| Jul | $725 | $725 |
| Aug | $950 | $785 |
| Sep | $800 | $800 |
| Oct | $750 | $870 |
| Nov | $795 | No data |
| Dec | $775 | No data |
Market temperature
The Opelousas, LA rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Opelousas, LA is 57% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Opelousas, LA?
The average rent in Opelousas, LA is $870.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Opelousas, LA?
Houses in Opelousas, LA rent between $550 - $1,900 with an average rent of $870.
3. How has the rent in Opelousas, LA changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Opelousas, LA increased by $70
4. How much has the rent in Opelousas, LA increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Opelousas, LA increased by $70
5. How many available rentals are there in Opelousas, LA?
There are currently 27 rentals available in Opelousas, LA.
6. How do rent prices in Opelousas, LA compare with the national average?
The average rent in Opelousas, LA is $870 — 57.33% lower the national average of $2,039.