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Metairie, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Metairie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Metairie, LA is a Studio unit found at Windsong Apartments in the St Charles Parish neighborhood priced from $735. Chateau Napoleon 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 Metairie apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsong ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$735
Chateau NapoleonClassic StudioStudio,1BA$795
PeppertreeStudioStudio,1BA$795
Patio VillaStudioStudio,1BA$803
Lake VillaStudioStudio,1BA$812
Polo Run Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$840
Napoleon PointeUnit #1121BR,1BA$893
Belle Oak Apartments1 bed 1 bath 500 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$920
Preston Place1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$930
Crossroads1x1B1BR,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metairie, LA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metairie area is the $1.22 price per square foot Luxury 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Model at Wilshire Heights in the in the Navarre neighborhood starting from $1,865. The second greatest value Metairie apartment is the 3414 Connecticut Ave Model at 3414 Connecticut Ave, Unit 3414 starting at $1,400 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the St Charles Parish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metairie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wilshire HeightsLuxury 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths3BR,2BA$1.22
3414 Connecticut Ave, Unit 34143414 Connecticut Ave4BR,2BA$0.97
2323 Leonidas St, Unit Beautiful Shared Living2323 Leonidas StStudio ,1BA$0.77
Lakeside V2 Bedrooms w/Den, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.20
Edenborn Courts and Gardens2 Bedrooms w/Den, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.19
4104 Hessmer Ave, Unit 44104 Hessmer Ave3BR,2BA$1.26
Brittany And Drexel House2 Bedroom Town Home (Drexel House)2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Courtland Park2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Fox Run2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.19
Chateau Cleary Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Metairie

What type of rentals are currently available in Metairie?

There are currently 1359 Apartments for Rent in Metairie, LA with pricing that ranges from $710 to $7,470. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metairie ranging from $600 to $6,000.

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 $600 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,808.

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 $900 to $6,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in New Orleans

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.