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134 Par Rd 1-320

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118 Wilkins St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Opelousas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Opelousas 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,022 | $675 | $2,150 |
Opelousas 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,569 | $800 | $2,500 |
Opelousas 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,075 | $1,225 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Opelousas Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Opelousas, LA is a Studio unit found at Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood priced from $695. Bayou Shadows Apartment Homes in the Central Lafayette Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. 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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Acadian Crossing/Utilities Included | Acadian - Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Bayou Shadows Apartment Homes | Efficiency w/Patio 527Sq.Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Lila Place | LPA2 | 1BR,1BA | $757 |
Holly Place | HPA1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Pinewoods Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA and Nearby
As of June 10, 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. |
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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 | HPC1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Riverside At Oakbourne Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
4111 Highway 31, Unit A | 4111 Highway 31 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
River Oaks Apartments | 1x1TH | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Bridgeway Apartments II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Pinewoods Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Mimosa Place Apartments | Large One bedroom upstairs June 10th | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Opelousas
What type of rentals are currently available in Opelousas?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Opelousas, LA with pricing that ranges from $509 to $2,332. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Opelousas ranging from $525 to $2,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Opelousas?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Opelousas ranges from $525 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,331.
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