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New OrleansLA70118
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New OrleansLA70118
508 Julius Ave
JeffersonLA70121
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671 Central AveJefferson, LA 70121
3219 Fern St
New OrleansLA70125
2330 Edenborn Ave, Unit 120, Unit 120
2330 Edenborn Ave
MetairieLA70001
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9309 Belfast St, Unit Room C
9309 Belfast StNew Orleans, LA 70118
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451 Oak Ave
HarahanLA70123
3528 Audubon St
New OrleansLA70125
2330 Edenborn Ave, Unit 205, Unit 205
2330 Edenborn Ave
MetairieLA70001
7522 Benjamin St, Unit 203, Unit 203
7522 Benjamin St
New OrleansLA70118
4224 Walmsley Ave
New OrleansLA70125
8812 Oleander St
New OrleansLA70118
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9309 Belfast St, Unit Room A
9309 Belfast StNew Orleans, LA 70118
2502 Monroe St
New OrleansLA70118
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4072 State St Dr, Unit State Street Drive
4072 State St DrNew Orleans, LA 70125
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2520 Leonidas St
New OrleansLA70118
8210 Forshey St
New OrleansLA70118
208 S Cortez St
New OrleansLA70119
305 5th St
WestwegoLA70094
3025 Burdette St
New OrleansLA70125
3023 Burdette St
New OrleansLA70125
4235 Hollygrove St
New OrleansLA70118
4615 Dart St, Unit Fountainblue Guest House, Unit Fountainblue Guest House
4615 Dart St
New OrleansLA70125
8707 Green St
New OrleansLA70118
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HarahanLA70123
1228 S Genois St
New OrleansLA70125
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MetairieLA70001
8637 Pritchard Pl
New OrleansLA70118
7706 Spruce Street, Unit Upper Unit, Unit Upper Unit
7706 Spruce Street
New OrleansLA70118
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2921 Burns St, Unit D
2921 Burns StJefferson, LA 70121
508 N Labarre Rd, Unit A, Unit A
508 N Labarre Rd
MetairieLA70001
8927 Hickory St
New OrleansLA70118
8927 Hickory St
New OrleansLA70118
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New OrleansLA70119
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New OrleansLA70119
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MetairieLA70005
628 Radiance Ave
MetairieLA70001
5815 S Robertson St
New OrleansLA70115
8526 Willow St
New OrleansLA70118
202 Cherokee St
New OrleansLA70118
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2714 Cambronne St
2714 Cambronne StNew Orleans, LA 70118
8626 Green St
New OrleansLA70118
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Bridge CityLA70094
922 Hillary St
New OrleansLA70118
2500 Houma Blvd, Unit 322, Unit 322
2500 Houma Blvd
MetairieLA70001
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Jefferson, LA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,700 | $1,100 | $4,300 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,170 | $1,350 | $3,600 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,305 | $2,100 | $4,800 |
| Jefferson 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,464 | $2,900 | $5,500 |
| Jefferson 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,640 | $3,800 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, LA is a Studio unit found at Chateau Napoleon in the St Charles Parish neighborhood priced from $785. Peppertree in the St Charles Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Napoleon | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Peppertree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Almondtree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Polo Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Covington Square Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Audubon Village | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Atrium Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Napoleon Pointe | 202 | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Margeaux Metairie Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $946 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, LA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.23 price per square foot 7817 Birch St Model at 7817 Birch St in the in the West Carrollton neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 7815 Birch St Model at 7815 Birch St, Unit 7815 starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the West Carrollton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7817 Birch St | 7817 Birch St | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 7815 Birch St, Unit 7815 | 7815 Birch St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1240 Avenue A, Unit A | 1240 Avenue A | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2017 Lowerline St | 2017 Lowerline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Fox Run I | 2x2FB | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Hickory Creek Central | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 4841 Zenith St | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 1311 General Ogden St, Unit 1311 | 1311 General Ogden St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 3026 Short St, Unit C | 3026 Short St | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Jefferson?
There are currently 504 Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, LA with pricing that ranges from $785 to $11,248. There are also 117 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jefferson ranging from $818 to $9,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Jefferson?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jefferson ranges from $818 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,248.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Jefferson?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Jefferson range from $1,250 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,750.
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Written by: Melissa Maxwell
New Orleans is known as The Big Easy, but it's not always easy on the wallet! It's a city built around attracting tourists, so naturally everything is going to be on the pricey side.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
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