Local area housing is available even with the high occupancy rate
(90%), but it does require a bit of hard work in locating just the right house,
condo, townhouse or apartment for your personal needs. Since
Barksdale AFB is in the heart of the city, driving time to local housing
developments is minimal.
Remember, before military members seek off-base
housing, they are required to check with the Family Housing Office prior to
entering a lease or purchase agreement. See the Contacts/Links
section for contact information.
In Shreveport and Bossier City there are
97 individual apartment complexes providing 16,256 units for rent. Vacancy rates
for existing apartment complexes typically range between 4 and 6
percent. Apartment listings (located in the Housing Office) in
excellent communities suitable for military personnel costs $750 and up per
month for a 2 bedroom apartment/townhouse/condo and $850 and up for a 3
bedroom.
If you're looking for an apartment, the Relocation Assistance
team and the Housing Office have apartment guides available. See the
Contacts/Links section.