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Houses for Rent in Ruston, LA

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Houses for Rent in Ruston, LA. 55 Rentals Available
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    606 S Bonner Street, Ruston, LA 71270
    STUDIO $700+
    1 BED $550+
    2 BEDS $575
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    131 S Maple St, Ruston, LA 71270
    2 BEDS $824
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    2310 Desiree St, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $1,600
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    3019 Courtney Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
    2 BEDS $700
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    1410 White St, Ruston, LA 71270
    2 BEDS $700+
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  • a small brick house with a car parked outside
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    507 N Homer St, Ruston, LA 71270
    2 BEDS $850
    3 BEDS $850
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    825 Ponder St, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $1,200
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    3275 Fletcher Ln, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $850
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    605 E California Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
    2 BEDS $700+
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    606 Minden St, Ruston, LA 71270
    STUDIO $650+
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    1706 Roosevelt Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
    1 BED $550+
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    1508 Roosevelt Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
    2 BEDS $575
  • a small house with a porch in the grass
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    545 Rodeo Rd, Ruston, LA 71270
    2 BEDS $950
    4 BEDS $800
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    3403 Arthur Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $1,150
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    1102 Eastland Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $1,800
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    1709 S Vienna St, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $600
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    121 Timbers Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $950
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    303 E Florida Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $850
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    113 King Ave, Ruston, LA 71270
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    3 BEDS $800
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    206 Cartwright Dr, Ruston, LA 71270
    3 BEDS $900
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    1302 Davis Blvd, Ruston, LA 71270
    4 BEDS $775
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Ruston, LA rent trends

Rental prices in Ruston, LA have decreased by 1.64% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,664 to $1,637.

Check out the average rent prices in Ruston by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Ruston, LA is $1,637.

Average rent in Ruston, LA

$1,637/mo Ruston, LA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Ruston, LA is $1,637.

    What's the typical rent budget in Ruston, LA?

    About 11% of apartment rents in Ruston, LA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 39% of apartments. Around 13% of Ruston’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 28% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 9% of apartment rentals in Ruston are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Ruston, LA (39%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Ruston, LA

    5 /100
    Car-Dependent
    25 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 5, Bike Score®: 25

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in Ruston, LA?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $550 and $1,800.

    How many houses are available in Ruston, LA on RentCafe?

    There are 53 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Ruston, LA were last updated on 20 Feb 2026.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Ruston, LA?

    The average Ruston, LA rental house size is 1,149 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Ruston, LA?

    Renting a house in Ruston, LA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Ruston, LA?

    Houses for rent in Ruston, LA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Ruston, LA

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 21 homes for rent in Ruston, LA. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Ruston, LA for rental homes start at $550. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $1,800 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 55 houses listed in Ruston, LA, with prices ranging from $550 to $1,800 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!