Studio Apartment Rent in Gretna, LA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Gretna, Louisiana as of July 2026. That's +37% lower than the citywide median of $1,594 and +22% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Gretna
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Gretna
Compare Gretna's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Louisiana
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pineville | $680 |
| 2 | Monroe | $700 |
| 3 | New Iberia | $710 |
| 4 | Deridder | $720 |
| 5 | Ruston | $720 |
| 6 | Leesville | $740 |
| 7 | Broussard | $750 |
| 8 | Alexandria | $770 |
| 9 | Lafayette | $776 |
| 10 | Thibodaux | $780 |
| 11 | Shreveport | $785 |
| 12 | Sulphur | $790 |
| 13 | West Monroe | $820 |
| 14 | Houma | $830 |
| 15 | Bossier City | $843 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Louisiana
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elmwood | $1,636 |
| 2 | Belle Chasse | $1,450 |
| 3 | River Ridge | $1,330 |
| 4 | Gonzales | $1,300 |
| 5 | Mandeville | $1,245 |
| 6 | Covington | $1,220 |
| 7 | Prairieville | $1,200 |
| 8 | Zachary | $1,180 |
| 9 | New Orleans | $1,142 |
| 10 | Denham Springs | $1,140 |
| 11 | Baton Rouge | $1,135 |
| 12 | Slidell | $1,117 |
| 13 | Destrehan | $1,090 |
| 14 | Harvey | $1,080 |
| 15 | Westwego | $1,060 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Gretna.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Gretna |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvey, LA | 2.8 mi | $1,080 | +$80 (+8%) |
| New Orleans, LA | 4.7 mi | $1,142 | +$142 (+14%) |
| Belle Chasse, LA | 5.1 mi | $1,450 | +$450 (+45%) |
| Chalmette, LA | 6.3 mi | $920 | $-80 (-8%) |
| Marrero, LA | 6.6 mi | $1,030 | +$30 (+3%) |
| Jefferson, LA | 9.4 mi | $950 | $-50 (-5%) |
| Elmwood, LA | 10.7 mi | $1,636 | +$636 (+64%) |
| Metairie, LA | 11.5 mi | $1,034 | +$34 (+3%) |
| Westwego, LA | 11.6 mi | $1,060 | +$60 (+6%) |
| River Ridge, LA | 11.9 mi | $1,330 | +$330 (+33%) |
| Kenner, LA | 17.1 mi | $1,000 | — |
| Destrehan, LA | 23.1 mi | $1,090 | +$90 (+9%) |
Studio rent in Gretna — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Gretna?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Gretna, Louisiana is $1,000 per month. This is +37% below the citywide median of $1,594.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Gretna?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $40,000 ($3,333/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Gretna expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Gretna's studio median of $1,000 is +22% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 27th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Gretna rank for studio rent in Louisiana?
Among the 43 cities in Louisiana with studio data, Gretna ranks #22 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Gretna?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Chalmette ($920), Jefferson ($950).