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property at 1916 Claire Ave

1916 Claire Ave

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1109 Teche St

New OrleansLA70114
property at 1021 Nunez St

1021 Nunez St

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1925 Stafford St

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3820 Perrier St

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306 Whitney Ave.

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Gretna, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gretna Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gretna, LA is a Studio unit found at Whispering Palms in the Old Aurora neighborhood priced from $699. Westchase Apartments in the Westbank neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $786. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gretna apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Whispering PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Westchase ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$786
Baywood1x11BR,1BA$830
St. Germaine1x11BR,1BA$889
Whitney Manor1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899
Cedarwood1X1D1BR,1BA$925
Carol SueCall Now to Confirm Availability*2BR,1BA$925
City Heights Garden Lane (C.H.A.M.)1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935
Villas at Emerald ParkA11BR,1BA$975
Emerald PointeJadeStudio,1BA$976

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gretna, LA

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gretna area is the $1.05 price per square foot 2203 Louisiana Ave Model at 2203 Louisiana Ave, Unit 2203 in the in the West Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Gretna apartment is the 3x2 Model at Baywood starting at $1,508 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Westbank neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gretna apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2203 Louisiana Ave, Unit 22032203 Louisiana Ave3BR,1BA$1.05
Baywood3x23BR,2BA$1.21
3113 Magazine St, Unit 3113.53113 Magazine St2BR,1BA$1.25
Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousingActive Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS)2BR,1BA$1.30
1036 Eli Ct1036 Eli Ct2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Bienville Basin Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.27
Carol SueCall Now to Confirm Availability*3BR,1.5BA$1.04
Forest Park Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.32
Cedarwood1X1U1BR,1BA$1.34
Whitney Manor1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.28

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Gretna, LA

Ranked #4

Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gretna

What type of rentals are currently available in Gretna?

There are currently 1008 Apartments for Rent in Gretna, LA with pricing that ranges from $716 to $24,962. There are also 279 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gretna ranging from $850 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gretna?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gretna ranges from $850 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,695.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gretna?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gretna range from $1,035 to $11,882, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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