ListWise scores every Laredo neighborhood on safety, walkability, schools, commute time, and rental value. See which areas actually match your lifestyle — not just what's cheapest.
Laredo has very affordable rents averaging around $850 per month, reflecting its status as a working-class border city. Nicer neighborhoods like Plantation and North Laredo run $950-$1,050, while South Laredo and downtown offer rentals under $750.
Laredo median rent is $650 below the national median of $1,500/mo — an affordable market.
The largest employer in Laredo is Laredo Medical Center, making the Del Mar area and nearby neighborhoods popular for commuters looking to minimize travel time.
Ranked by ListWise's composite AI score. Top 3 shown free — unlock all 8 for the full picture.
Ready to find your perfect neighborhood?
Get Your Full Report — $19Get the full report with detailed scores, rent comparisons, commute maps, and personalized recommendations.
Rank what matters: safety, schools, walkability, commute, budget, nightlife. Every Laredo renter is different.
We pull real-time data from MLS, crime stats, school ratings, transit APIs, and walk score databases for Laredo.
Receive a PDF + Excel report with Laredo properties ranked by YOUR priorities. Delivered within 24 hours.
Laredo has very affordable rents averaging around $850 per month, reflecting its status as a working-class border city. Nicer neighborhoods like Plantation and North Laredo run $950-$1,050, while South Laredo and downtown offer rentals under $750.
Laredo is one of the busiest inland ports of entry in the world, with the vast majority of US-Mexico trade crossing through. International trade, trucking, logistics, and warehousing are the backbone of the economy, along with healthcare, retail, and government employment.
Laredo has historically had elevated crime rates, though much of the reported crime is related to border crossing activity rather than resident-on-resident violence. The Plantation, North Laredo, and United South areas are considered safer for families and offer better amenities.
Laredo has a deeply binational culture, with over 95% of the population being Hispanic and strong ties to Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, just across the border. The city celebrates Washington's Birthday with unique 13-day festivities, and Spanish is the dominant language in daily life.
Laredo's public schools face significant challenges, with LISD and UISD performing below state averages due to high poverty rates. United South High School and some charter options in newer parts of the city offer better outcomes than the district average.
Stop scrolling 47 Zillow tabs. Tell us what matters and get a ranked list of Laredo apartments that actually fit your life.
Data is for informational purposes only. Verify all information independently before making housing decisions.