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    Average Rent in Patterson, LA (2026)

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Patterson, LA is $750/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -9.6% year over year. Rents range from $750 to $750.

    Average Rent · 1-Bedroom

    $750/mo

    Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes

    Year-over-Year

    ↓ -9.6%

    Source: HUD Fair Market Rent

    Data through

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Patterson, LA is $750/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 9.6% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Patterson is 37% below the national average of $1,196/month.

    Average rent in Patterson, LA ranges from $750 to $750 across 1 ZIP codes.

    Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Patterson, LA is approximately 9.6% for 2026. An increase above 9.6% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.

    Key Facts

    Average 1-BR rent: $750/mo
    Year-over-year change: -9.6%
    Coverage: 1 ZIP codes
    Data source: HUD Small Area FMR FY2026
    vs. national avg: 37% below ($1,196/mo)

    Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.

    Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.

    How much is rent in Patterson, LA?

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Patterson, LA is $750/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Patterson are relatively uniform, clustering around $750/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $30,000/year.

    Is rent going up in Patterson?

    Rents in Patterson have decreased 9.6% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.

    What is a fair rent increase in Patterson?

    Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 9.6% is in line with the Patterson market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.

    What Should Rent Cost in Patterson?

    Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.

    Studio$690 – $751

    A studio in Patterson typically rents for $690 – $751.

    Rents above $864 are in the top 25% for this area.

    1-Bedroom$750 – $810

    A 1-bedroom in Patterson typically rents for $750 – $810.

    Rents above $931 are in the top 25% for this area.

    2-Bedroom$910 – $992

    A 2-bedroom in Patterson typically rents for $910 – $992.

    Rents above $1,141 are in the top 25% for this area.

    3-Bedroom$1,190 – $1,303

    A 3-bedroom in Patterson typically rents for $1,190 – $1,303.

    Rents above $1,498 are in the top 25% for this area.

    4-Bedroom$1,460 – $1,584

    A 4-bedroom in Patterson typically rents for $1,460 – $1,584.

    Rents above $1,822 are in the top 25% for this area.

    Federal Rent Benchmarks for Patterson

    HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.

    Studio

    $690

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    1-Bedroom

    $750

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    2-Bedroom

    $910

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    3-Bedroom

    $1,190

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    4-Bedroom

    $1,460

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated

    Zip Codes in Patterson

    Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.

    HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire St. Mary Parish, LA metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.

    70392

    All zip codes in Patterson share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($750 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.

    County-level FMR shown in city summary above.

    How Does Patterson Compare?

    St. Mary Parish, LA
    $730/mo-3%
    Berwick, LA
    $700/mo-7%
    Morgan City, LA
    $840/mo+12%
    Baldwin, LA
    $770/mo+3%
    Charenton, LA
    $780/mo+4%

    Questions about rent in Patterson

    What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Patterson, LA?

    The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Patterson, LA is $750/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 37% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $750 to $750 depending on ZIP code.

    What is a fair rent increase in Patterson?

    A rent increase up to about 9.6% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Patterson. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $750/month.

    Are rents going up or down in Patterson?

    Rents in Patterson have decreased 9.6% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the St. Mary Parish, LA area.

    How much do rents vary across Patterson?

    1-bedroom rents across Patterson range from $750 to $750 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.

    Can my landlord raise my rent in Patterson?

    We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Patterson. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.

    How much should I spend on rent in Patterson?

    The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Patterson at $750/month, a household would need approximately $30,000/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.

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