Cheap Homes for Rent in Meraux, LA from $900 (14 Rentals)

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property at 3209 Golden Dr

$1,300

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3209 Golden Dr

ChalmetteLA70043

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property at 3612 Laplace St

$1,300

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$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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3612 Laplace St

ChalmetteLA70043

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Cheapest Available Meraux Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Meraux, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Fontaine in the Old Aurora neighborhood priced from $710. Azalea Belle in the Lake Forest East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Meraux apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parc FontaineBienville1BR,1BA$710
Azalea Belle1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$740
Chateau CarmelBasin1BR,1BA$785
Riviere Royale1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790
Skyview TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meraux, LA and Nearby

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meraux area is the $1.30 price per square foot Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) Model at Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing in the in the Behrman neighborhood starting from $1,434. The second greatest value Meraux apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Walnut Square starting at $1,096 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Lake Forest East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meraux apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousingActive Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS)2BR,1BA$1.30
Walnut Square2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.30
601 E Judge Perez DrO2BR,1.5BA$1.19
Cedarwood1x11BR,1BA$1.29
Riviere RoyaleA1 MOD1BR,1BA$1.11
Whitney Manor1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.21
Villas at Emerald ParkA21BR,1BA$1.34
Parc FontaineBienville1BR,1BA$1.09
Cypress Run ApartmentsSmall1BR,1BA$1.29
Azalea Belle1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meraux

What type of rentals are currently available in Meraux?

There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Meraux, LA with pricing that ranges from $710 to $3,750. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Meraux ranging from $900 to $2,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Meraux ranges from $900 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,832.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Meraux range from $1,030 to $3,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.

Expert Rental Resources

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