Tanglewood
1300 Tanglewood Dr,
Westwego, LA 70094
1-3 Beds | $1,050 - $1,444
Rental Market Trends in Westwego, LA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Westwego, LA is $907/month.
Rent in Westwego is 45% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$907/month
Average Rent
586 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3.1%
Change / Year
36
Available Apartments
Westwego rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Westwego average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Westwego average $907 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Westwego average $1,174 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Westwego average $1,398 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Westwego, LA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3.1%, which averages out to $28 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Westwego, LA
September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
33%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
33%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Westwego, LA?
Because the average rent in Westwego is $907, you’ll want to make about $3,023 per month or $36,276 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.
How does Westwego, LA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Westwego, 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.
View the Westwego Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Marrero
Avg Rent: $1,399/month
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Jefferson
Avg Rent: $1,175/month
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Harvey
Avg Rent: $1,146/month
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Harahan
Avg Rent: $1,040/month
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Gretna
Avg Rent: $988/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Westwego?
The average rent in Westwego is $907 per month, which is 45.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Westwego?
The average rent for a house in Westwego, LA is $1,500 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Westwego?
Rents in Westwego, LA are increasing, with prices up 3.1% year-over-year and $28 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Westwego?
In Westwego, LA, 33% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.