Apartments For Rent in Petal, MS

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Apartments For Rent Near Petal, MS

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What Locals Say about Petal

  • Gerald Steele
    "You can safely walk in the road with out being in the way. Animal control is good but you gotta call."
  • Napahappy
    "Many great families and neighbors live here. It’s a very safe location. Homes are any price range and size from $230,000-$800,000"
  • Karri C. F.
    "I am from Petal so the area is very familiar the school Districk is a very good school district. Raise my daughter and Petal but the area has gone down it would not be safe to have a package delivered to your door or a good trick or treat area"
  • Jwsmommy1230
    "I commute from Petal to Hattiesburg. If you try to go through down town, check a train schedule, because one might be leaving to arriving at the depot. Overall, it’s. It bad."
  • Tara S. .
    "This is a great place to live, quiet, can’t pick anywhere better to live. My dogs and kids live it here "
  • Diddybops
    "Very family friendly town. We have loved all of the locally sponsored activities. Safe community with awesome neighbors."
  • Tara S. .
    "They don’t like barking from dogs and some love dogs doesn’t matter they are all cute and love able "
  • Johnniedillon63
    "yes and a safe city with wonderful loving and caring people and police officers that serve and protect the city of petal ms. and so much more"
  • Robert F.
    "Good place to live and bring up your kids. Close to important things and not too far from Hattiesburg. "
  • NataleeD
    "The schools and church’s host many events throughout the year. The parks are outstanding, and the youth sports programs are excellent also. "
  • Tara F.
    "This is a very quiet friendly neighborhood. There are children that play in the neighborhood, however this is a neighborhood that people tend to stay and grow rather than move, so there are not too many children. "
  • Eynercruz
    "the area, the school system and it's tranquility. low crime and basic needs. not too far from everything "
  • Charles R.
    "This is near the Petal High School and is very convenient to all of Petal and to Hattiesburg."
  • Shobson888
    "Family lives in the area . to date it has been a very stable neighborhood. Properties well kept. Neighbors friendly."
  • Jeremy M.
    "This is a growth explosion area. With all the new high tech jobs moving into the area within the next 3-5 years, expect property values to double. All expansion road work will be complete by summer of 2012 so don't allow that to deter your buying choices. Also, expect to see a new super walmart and all downtown chains to relocate to the parkway within the next 24 months."

Average Rent Trends in Petal, MS

Rent in Petal, MS varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in Apr 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
MonthAverage rent
May 2025$1,200
Jun 2025$1,500
Jul 2025$1,350
Aug 2025$1,350
Sep 2025$1,200
Oct 2025$1,195
Nov 2025$1,250
Dec 2025$1,375
Jan 2026$1,350
Feb 2026$1,100
Mar 2026$975
Apr 2026$1,150
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$625$700$1,700$2,400$1,667
Apartments and Condos—$700$1,850—$775
Houses$625$1,250$1,700$2,400$1,675

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Petal, MS

  • What is the average rent in Petal, MS?
    The average rent in Petal, MS is $1,650. Rent prices range from $625 to as much as $3,500, depending on the type of rental.
  • How does the rent in Petal, MS compare to the national average?
    Average rent in Petal, MS is about 14% lower than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is less expensive to rent in Petal compared to the U.S. average.
  • What is the average rent in Petal, MS, by number of bedrooms?
    The average rent in Petal, MS is $3,500 for a studio, $625 for a 1 bedroom, $1,225 for a 2 bedroom, $1,750 for a 3 bedroom, and $2,400 for a 4 bedroom.
  • How have rent prices in Petal, MS changed compared to last year?
    In the past year, the average rent price in Petal, MS has increased by $350. That means the average rent is 21% higher than last year.
  • How many available rental listings are in Petal, MS?
    There are 17 available rental listings in Petal, MS.
  • What are some zip codes in Petal, MS?
    Petal, MS includes zip codes such as: 39465.
  • What are some cities near Petal, MS?
    Some nearby cities include: Eastabuchie, Hattiesburg, New Augusta, Moselle, Ovett. These cities may have more rental options to explore.