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Rental Market Trends in Gretna, LA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Gretna, LA is $993/month.

Rent in Gretna is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$993/month

Average Rent

702 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.6%

Change / Year

464

Available Apartments

Gretna rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Gretna average $729 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Gretna average $993 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Gretna average $1,179 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Gretna average $1,470 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$729/month
493 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$993/month
702 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,179/month
965 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,470/month
1,216 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,351/month
1,538 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Gretna, LA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.6%, which averages out to $7 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Gretna, LA

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Gretna, LA
Percentage*
Rent Range
7% Below $700/month
43% $700 - $1,000/month
46% $1,001 - $1,500/month
4% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Gretna?

Based on current rent prices, Westbank is the most affordable neighborhood in Gretna.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Westbank
$1,128/month
704 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Gretna?

Based on current rent prices, Westbank is the most expensive neighborhood in Gretna.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Westbank
$1,128/month
704 Sq Ft

Which Gretna neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Gretna with the most apartments available is Westbank .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Westbank
$1,128/month
704 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Gretna, LA?

Because the average rent in Gretna is $993, you’ll want to make about $3,310 per month or $39,720 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Gretna, LA

464 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Gretna, LA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Gretna, LA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Westbank

Gretna, LA

Westbank

Gretna, LA

Studio
$802/month
$802/month
One Bedroom
$1,047/month
$1,047/month
Two Bedroom
$1,245/month
$1,245/month
Three Bedroom
$1,442/month
$1,442/month
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Gretna?

The average rent in Gretna is $993 per month, which is 40.3% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Gretna?

The average rent for a house in Gretna, LA is $2,351 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Gretna?

Rents in Gretna, LA are increasing, with prices up 0.6% year-over-year and $7 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Gretna?

In Gretna, LA, 46% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Louisiana Gretna Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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