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    Average Rent in Shreveport, LA (2026)

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Shreveport, LA is $983/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 27 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +5.5% year over year. Rents range from $810 to $1,200.

    Average Rent · 1-Bedroom

    $983/mo

    Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 27 zip codes

    Year-over-Year

    ↑ +5.5%

    Source: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent

    Data through

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Shreveport, LA is $983/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 27 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 5.5% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Shreveport is 18% below the national average of $1,196/month.

    Average rent in Shreveport, LA ranges from $810 to $1,200 across 27 ZIP codes.

    Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Shreveport, LA is approximately 5.5% for 2026. An increase above 5.5% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.

    Key Facts

    Average 1-BR rent: $983/mo
    Year-over-year change: +5.5%
    Coverage: 27 ZIP codes
    Data source: HUD Small Area FMR FY2026
    vs. national avg: 18% below ($1,196/mo)

    Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.

    How much is rent in Shreveport, LA?

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Shreveport, LA is $983/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 27 ZIP codes. Rents range from $810 to $1,200 depending on neighborhood — a $390/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $39,320/year.

    Is rent going up in Shreveport?

    Rents in Shreveport have increased 5.5% year over year based on local market data. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Shreveport.

    What is a fair rent increase in Shreveport?

    Based on local market data, a rent increase around 5.5% is in line with the Shreveport 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.

    Rent Trends in Shreveport

    +5.5%

    Rents in Shreveport are rising at +5.5% year-over-year.

    − Estimated trend

    Market sources range from +1.5% to +9.5%

    Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (+1.5%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (+7.2%).When signed-lease rents outpace asking rents, it typically signals strong demand and limited room to negotiate.

    Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent

    What Should Rent Cost in Shreveport?

    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$870 – $948

    A studio in Shreveport typically rents for $870 – $948.

    Rents above $1,090 are in the top 25% for this area.

    1-Bedroom$983 – $1,070

    A 1-bedroom in Shreveport typically rents for $983 – $1,070.

    Rents above $1,231 are in the top 25% for this area.

    2-Bedroom$1,111 – $1,211

    A 2-bedroom in Shreveport typically rents for $1,111 – $1,211.

    Rents above $1,393 are in the top 25% for this area.

    3-Bedroom$1,455 – $1,590

    A 3-bedroom in Shreveport typically rents for $1,455 – $1,590.

    Rents above $1,828 are in the top 25% for this area.

    4-Bedroom$1,548 – $1,692

    A 4-bedroom in Shreveport typically rents for $1,548 – $1,692.

    Rents above $1,946 are in the top 25% for this area.

    Federal Rent Benchmarks for Shreveport

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

    Studio

    $870

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    1-Bedroom

    $983

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    2-Bedroom

    $1,111

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    3-Bedroom

    $1,455

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    4-Bedroom

    $1,548

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated

    Zip Codes in Shreveport

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

    Zip Code1-BR SAFMR
    71105$1,200
    71104$1,020
    71108$1,020
    71119$1,020
    71118$980
    71109$900
    71129$900
    71103$870
    71101$810
    71113$1,130
    71137$1,130
    71171$1,130
    71172$1,130
    71102$950
    71133$950
    71134$950
    71135$950
    71136$950
    71138$950
    71148$950

    Showing top 20 of 27 zip codes.

    SAFMR rates are zip-specific.

    How Does Shreveport Compare?

    Belcher, LA
    $1,060/mo+8%
    Benton, LA
    $1,110/mo+13%
    Bethany, LA
    $850/mo-14%
    Blanchard, LA
    $940/mo-4%
    Frierson, LA
    $1,070/mo+9%

    Questions about rent in Shreveport

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

    The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Shreveport, LA is $983/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 27 ZIP codes in the city. This is 18% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $810 to $1,200 depending on ZIP code.

    What is a fair rent increase in Shreveport?

    A rent increase up to about 5.5% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Shreveport. 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 $983/month.

    Are rents going up or down in Shreveport?

    Rents in Shreveport have increased 5.5% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 27 ZIP codes in the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA MSA area.

    How much do rents vary across Shreveport?

    1-bedroom rents across Shreveport range from $810 to $1,200 on this page, a $390/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 Shreveport?

    We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Shreveport. 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 Shreveport?

    The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Shreveport at $983/month, a household would need approximately $39,320/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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