Renters in Houma, Louisiana, experienced a 7% increase in apartment listing prices in March 2025, according to new data from rental marketplace Zumper. The median price for a typical apartment in Houma was $1,129, up from $1,054 in February 2025. However, prices have remained relatively stable, with only a slight change from the previous month’s median of $1,128.
Breakdown of Rent Prices in Houma
The data covers a range of apartment sizes, from studios to four-bedroom units, within the Houma metropolitan area. It reflects the median rent for all listings that were active throughout the month, including newly constructed properties but excluding listings that were either occupied or no longer available.
- One-Bedroom Apartments: The median price for one-bedroom apartments remained nearly the same as February, at $975, compared to $977. Since March 2025, prices have dropped slightly, from $976.
- Two-Bedroom Apartments: The median price for two-bedroom apartments decreased slightly from February’s $1,150 to $1,137. However, compared to March 2025, two-bedroom rental prices have risen by 14% from $997.
Comparison to State and National Trends
Statewide in Louisiana, rental prices are close to February’s median of $1,346. One-bedroom units were listed at a typical price of $1,099, which is essentially unchanged from February’s average of $1,090. Two-bedroom apartments showed a slight increase, with a median listing price of $1,233 compared to $1,215 in February.
In Houma, rental prices are notably lower than the state and national averages:
- The typical apartment in Houma is listed at 16% below the state median.
- One-bedroom apartments are 11% below the state median, while two-bedroom apartments are 8% below.
On a national scale, the typical apartment listing price is around $1,858, with one-bedroom apartments listed at $1,504 and two-bedroom apartments at $1,776. In comparison, Houma’s typical apartments are priced about 40% below the national median, with one-bedroom units 35% lower and two-bedroom units 36% below the national average.
