The Reserve on Bayou DeSiard
6568 Highway 165,
Monroe, LA 71203
$1,304 - $1,904 | 1-3 Beds
Monroe
Monroe, LA
Area Guide
Natural beauty triumphs in Northeast Louisiana
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Riverside
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Scenic
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Diverse
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Situated in Northeast Louisiana, Monroe is a quiet suburb brimming with lush natural beauty. Residents enjoy a bevy of recreational opportunities at the sprawling Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge located in the northern stretches of the city as well as the winding Ouachita River, which flows along Monroe’s western border.
While Monroe touts a laidback atmosphere, the city is home to numerous attractions, including the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo, Biedenharn Museum and Garden, and the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum. The University of Louisiana Monroe is also located in the scenic suburb, offering residents access to plenty of educational opportunities and cultural events. Convenience to I-20 connects Monroe to nearby destinations like Shreveport and Jackson, Mississippi in less than a two-hour drive.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Monroe, LA is $564 for a studio, $785 for one bedroom, $996 for two bedrooms, and $1,044 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Monroe has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$785/month
699 Sq Ft
House
$1,134/month
1,141 Sq Ft
Condo
$772/month
640 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,756/month
1,250 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Monroe, LA is 13.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Monroe is 24.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $564 - $1,044. You can expect to pay 5.5% less for groceries, 25.4% less for utilities, and 13.2% less for transportation.
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Transportation
42
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
41
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Swartz Upper Elementary School
Public
Grades 3-5
383 Students
8
J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-6
462 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-5
587 Students
6
Cypress Point Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-6
451 Students
6
Sallie Humble Elementary School
Public
Grades 3-6
599 Students
5
Public
Grades 8-12
1,191 Students
5
Robert E. Lee Junior High School
Public
Grades 7-8
480 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
422 Students
3
Public
Grades 6-8
378 Students
3
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
Public
Grades 7-8
353 Students
3
Public
Grades 9-12
539 Students
6
Public
Grades 8-12
1,191 Students
5
Public
Grades 9-12
1,121 Students
5
Public
Grades 9-12
636 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
609 Students
2
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Biedenharn Museum & Gardens
- Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
- Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Airports
- Monroe Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.