Monroe

The Riverfront features many unique restaurants, shops, and festivals.
Condos in the Riverfront range from $300,000 to the mid $400,000s.
The Ouachita River borders the west side of the Riverfront neighborhood.
The work of local street artists can be seen throughout the Riverfront.
The Riverfront is located in the vibrant, award-winning city of Monroe, LA.

Monroe, LA Area Guide

Natural beauty triumphs in Northeast Louisiana

Affordable Riverside Scenic Lush Active Diverse Suburban

Located along the Ouachita River in northeastern Louisiana, Monroe combines Southern hospitality with city conveniences. The city offers affordable housing options, with average rent prices ranging from $563 for studios to $1,041 for three-bedroom units. The Garden District showcases historic architecture and mature oak trees, while downtown Monroe continues to grow with local shops and restaurants. The University of Louisiana Monroe campus area provides additional housing options, and outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo and Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge, both offering walking trails and nature viewing.

The Monroe Civic Center serves as the city's entertainment hub, hosting concerts and events throughout the year. Art lovers frequent the Masur Museum of Art, housed in a Tudor-style mansion along the Ouachita River. The Chennault Aviation and Military Museum highlights the area's aviation history, including its connection to Delta Air Lines' founding. Housing choices span from apartments near Pecanland Mall to residences in established neighborhoods. Monroe's location on Interstate 20 connects residents to nearby cities while maintaining lower living costs typical of northeastern Louisiana.

Explore the City

The Ouachita River borders the west side of the Riverfront neighborhood.

The work of local street artists can be seen throughout the Riverfront.

The Riverfront is located in the vibrant, award-winning city of Monroe, LA.

The Riverfront retains a rustic and peaceful atmosphere.

"Herons on the Bayou" features over 100 heron statues spread throughout Monroe.

The Masur Museum of Art hosts frequent discussions with artists from across the country.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Monroe, LA is $576 for a studio, $862 for one bedroom, $1,079 for two bedrooms, and $1,131 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Monroe has increased by 6.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$862/month
701 Sq Ft
House
$1,703/month
1,073 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,888/month
1,070 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Monroe, LA is 7.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Monroe is 25.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $576 - $1,131. You can expect to pay 4.1% less for groceries, 23.2% less for utilities, and 1.8% less for transportation.

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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Monroe, LA is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

42 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

41 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Sterlington High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Neville High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Ouachita Parish High School

Public

Grades 6-12

Wossman High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Carroll High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Biedenharn Museum & Gardens
  • Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
  • Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Airports

  • Monroe Regional

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Houses for Rent in Monroe

Property Management Companies in Monroe, LA

Living in Monroe

Shopping

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Pecanland Mall in Millhaven Road is the largest shopping center in northern Louisiana and features a large food court, a carousel, a 10-screen movie complex, and major retailers such as J. C. Penney, Old Navy, Toys R Us, Sears and Dick's Sporting goods. The apartments in the surrounding areas have the advantages of ready access to one of the premier shopping areas in the region as well as dining and entertainment.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.