Average Rent in Shreveport, LA
What is the average rent in Shreveport, LA?
The average listed apartment rent in Shreveport, LA is $1,275 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 60 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
5 apartment buildings, 60 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Shreveport, LACheapest
$970/mo
Champion Lake Apartment Homes
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5
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60
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 5 properties in Shreveport, LA.
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
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Shreveport, LA Rent Prices
All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Pelican Gardens
1820 E Texas St, Bossier City, LA 71111, USA
Champion Lake Apartment Homes
3501 Champion Lake Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
The Standard Apartments
509 Market St, Shreveport, LA 71101, USA
Pier Landing
3131 Knight St, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
River Walk Apartment Homes
1000 River Walk Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
RiverScape Apartment Homes
1535 River Pkwy Blvd #1118, Shreveport, LA 71104, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pelican Gardens 1820 E Texas St, Bossier City, LA 71111, USA | $730 as of Jun 14 | $815 | -- | 3.6 (22) | 2 |
| 2 | Champion Lake Apartment Homes 3501 Champion Lake Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA | $970 | $1,186 | $1.40/ft² | 3.4 (88) | 20 |
| 3 | The Standard Apartments 509 Market St, Shreveport, LA 71101, USA | $1,002 | $1,002 | $2.81/ft² | 4.5 (55) | 1 |
| 4 | Pier Landing 3131 Knight St, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA | $1,050 | $1,075 | $1.06/ft² | 4.6 (169) | 2 |
| 5 | River Walk Apartment Homes 1000 River Walk Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA | $1,105 | $1,341 | $1.55/ft² | 4.1 (52) | 14 |
| 6 | RiverScape Apartment Homes 1535 River Pkwy Blvd #1118, Shreveport, LA 71104, USA | $1,151 | $1,342 | $1.55/ft² | 3.9 (39) | 23 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Pelican Gardens
3.6 (22)1820 E Texas St, Bossier City, LA 71111, USA
Champion Lake Apartment Homes
3.4 (88)3501 Champion Lake Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
The Standard Apartments
4.5 (55)509 Market St, Shreveport, LA 71101, USA
Pier Landing
4.6 (169)3131 Knight St, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
River Walk Apartment Homes
4.1 (52)1000 River Walk Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA
RiverScape Apartment Homes
3.9 (39)1535 River Pkwy Blvd #1118, Shreveport, LA 71104, USA
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Shreveport, LA neighborhoods
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Shreveport, LA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Shreveport, LA is $1,275 per month, based on 60 units across 5 apartment communities. Prices range from $970 at Champion Lake Apartment Homes to $1,670 at River Walk Apartment Homes.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,137/mo | $970/mo | 29 |
| 2 Bed | $1,378/mo | $1,050/mo | 27 |
| 3 Bed | $1,582/mo | $1,535/mo | 4 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Shreveport, LA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Shreveport, LA averages $1,137/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,378/mo. At the local median household income of $48,465, that works out to 32% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Shreveport, LA at $980/mo. The current tracked market average runs 30% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Shreveport, LA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Shreveport, LA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$51,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,275/mo.
Comfortable income
$61,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($970/mo), you need to earn at least $39,000/year.
Median household income in Shreveport, LA is $48,465 , about 21% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Shreveport, LA
Overall prices in Shreveport, LA runs below the national average by about 13% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 87.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Shreveport, LA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,275 |
| Utilities | $257 |
| Groceries | $502 |
| Transportation | $612 |
| Healthcare | $298 |
| Other goods and services | $478 |
| Estimated total | $3,422/mo |
Population
183,483
Median household income
$48,465
Census median rent
$980/mo
Census rent burden
33.8%
Median age
37.5
Mean commute
19 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Louisiana
How Shreveport, LA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Shreveport, LA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | $1,954 | +53% | -1.3% | 21 |
| Lafayette, LA | $1,112 | -13% | -14.2% | 17 |
| Monroe, LA | $1,267 | -1% | -14.8% | 9 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $1,450 | +14% | -5.2% | 8 |
| Kenner, LA | $1,150 | -10% | -2.7% | 7 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $1,494 | +17% | -1.8% | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Shreveport, LA?
The average listed apartment rent in Shreveport, LA is $1,275 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 60 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Shreveport, LA?
The median asking rent in Shreveport, LA is $1,271 per month, computed from 60 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,275/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Shreveport, LA?
The lowest available rent in Shreveport, LA starts at $970 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Shreveport, LA?
1-bedroom apartments in Shreveport, LA average $1,137/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $970/mo across 29 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Shreveport, LA?
2-bedroom apartments in Shreveport, LA average $1,378/mo. Units start from $1,050/mo across 27 units currently listed.
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