What's the average rent in Metairie, LA?

Rental Market Trends in Metairie, LA

SOURCE: TRULIA DATA

Rental market highlights

As of June 2026, the average rent in Metairie, LA is $1,467 per month, which is 25% lower than the national average rent of $1,951 per month.

AVERAGE RENT

$1,467
-2.2%
-$33 decrease month-over-month
-9.9%
-$161 decrease year-over-year

AVAILABLE RENTALS

392

APARTMENTS

$1,325

HOUSES

$2,150

TOWNHOUSES

$1,700
As of June 2026, apartments are the most affordable rental option in Metairie, LA at $1,325 per month, while houses are the most expensive at $2,150 per month. Townhomes average $1,700 per month, offering a mid-range alternative for renters.

Average rent by number of bedrooms

Floor plan typeAverage rent
1 Bedroom$1,129
2 Bedrooms$1,390
3 Bedrooms$2,000
4 Bedrooms$2,500
All$1,467
As of June 2026, the average rent for a 1 bedroom rental in Metairie, LA is $1,129 per month, followed by $1,390 for a 2 bedroom rental, $2,000 for a 3 bedroom rental, and $2,500 for a 4 bedroom rental.

Average rent trends and rent ranges

Average rent price over time

In the past year, rent has decreased by -9% compared to the previous year, which is a $140 decrease.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)

Rent distribution

46% of rentals have rent of $800-$1,499/month

Rental price range

The price range for rentals is $600 to $12,500.
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