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8428 Oleander St

508 Julius Ave

213 Rosebud St, Unit I, Unit I

4721 Erato St

213 Rosebud St, Unit F, Unit F

4101 Hessmer Ave

321 Bengal Rd

209 Marion Ct

9309 Belfast St, Unit Room C
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232 Marion Ct, Unit A, Unit A

3528 Audubon St

2330 Edenborn Ave, Unit 205, Unit 205

4323 Division Street

4224 Walmsley Ave

2724 Whitney Pl

7931 Olive St

4072 State St Dr, Unit State Street Drive

4615 Dart St, Unit Fountainblue Guest House, Unit Fountainblue Guest House

2520 Leonidas St
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9309 Belfast St, Unit Room A

2502 Monroe St

3805 Houma Blvd, Unit 1 Bedroom, Unit 1 Bedroom

2732 Whitney Pl, Unit 209, Unit 209

137 18th St

4421 Herrmann St

1161 Lake Ave, Unit 222, Unit 222

3023 Burdette St

3931 Hamilton St

8210 Forshey St
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1916 Eagle St

3025 Burdette St

4235 Hollygrove St

1228 S Genois St

10521 Alan St, Unit 10521

6200 Riverside Dr

1824 Hickory Ave

413 Maryland Ave

Furnished Studio-New Orleans - Metairie

8637 Pritchard Pl
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4101 Delaware Ave, Unit 6

7706 Spruce Street, Unit Upper Unit, Unit Upper Unit

4101 Delaware Ave

8927 Hickory St

1444 Carrollton Ave, Unit 203, Unit 203

628 N Olympia St

123 N Alexander St

8927-29 HICKORY Street

8526 Willow St

301 Seattle St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Metairie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metairie 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,547 | $975 | $2,500 |
| Metairie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,139 | $1,250 | $3,600 |
| Metairie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,055 | $2,100 | $4,400 |
| Metairie 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,564 | $3,900 | $5,500 |
| Metairie 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,860 | $3,500 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Available Metairie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Metairie, LA is a Studio unit found at Peppertree in the St Charles Parish neighborhood priced from $745. Patio Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $746. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Metairie apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppertree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Patio Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $746 |
| Chateau Napoleon | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $754 |
| Windsong Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Almondtree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Polo Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Covington Square Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Atrium Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Preston Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metairie, LA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metairie area is the $1.08 price per square foot 700 Florida Blvd Model at 700 Florida Blvd, Unit 700 Florida Blvd. in the in the City Park neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Metairie apartment is the 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Model at Wilshire Heights starting at $1,659 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Navarre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metairie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 700 Florida Blvd, Unit 700 Florida Blvd. | 700 Florida Blvd | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Wilshire Heights | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Lakeside V | 2 Bedrooms w/Den, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Edenborn Courts and Gardens | 2 Bedrooms w/Den, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 2017 Lowerline St | 2017 Lowerline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Sagewood | 2 Bedrooms w/Den, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Margeaux Metairie Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Brittany And Drexel House | 2 Bedroom Town Home (Drexel House) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Courtland Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 315 Ash St, Unit 15 | 315 Ash St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Metairie
What type of rentals are currently available in Metairie?
There are currently 1352 Apartments for Rent in Metairie, LA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $11,028. There are also 156 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metairie ranging from $850 to $9,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Metairie?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Metairie ranges from $850 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,934.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Metairie?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Metairie range from $1,250 to $3,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,400.
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