
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA (744 Rentals)


The Saulet

The Julia at Saint Charles

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925 Common

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The Jackson

Delaneaux

Lumina

Four Winds

Forest Isle
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Canal 1535

The Annex Luxury Apartments

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Hibernia Tower Apartments

The Strand Apartments

Josephine Lofts

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American Can Apartments

The Georgian

Walnut Square

Whispering Palms

200 Carondelet

The Beacon at South Market

The Crescent Club

The Paramount at South Market

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Parc Fontaine

Memoir Warehouse District

City Square 162

The Preserve

Nine 27 Apartments

The Woodward Lofts

Willowbrook Apartments

Bienville Basin Apartments

Giani Building
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Chateau Lake Terrace

Marrero Commons

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Centennial Place Apartments

River Garden on Felicity

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Celeste Landing

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The Residences

Aloysius Apartments

Chateau Solis

Patriot Cove
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Orleans?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Studio Apartments | $1,108 | $246 | $3,000 |
New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $259 | $7,454 |
| New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $760 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,754 | $1,370 | $9,549 |
| New Orleans 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,177 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
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New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: June 13, 2026There are currently 4930 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over New Orleans, LA that range in price from $259 to $7,454. Outlying Jefferson Parish, Westbank and Downtown New Orleans are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in New Orleans with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlying Jefferson Parish | 261 | $1,509 | $259 |
| Westbank | 195 | $1,535 | $259 |
| Downtown New Orleans | 194 | $1,555 | $259 |
| St Bernard Parish | 192 | $850 | $660 |
| Read Boulevard West | 157 | $840 | $700 |
| Viavant Venetian Isles | 157 | $840 | $660 |
| Little Woods | 152 | $840 | $660 |
| Venetian Isles | 146 | $840 | $700 |
| Read Boulevard East | 145 | $840 | $700 |
| Sherwood Forest | 145 | $840 | $700 |
Largest Available New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in New Orleans, LA is found at National Rice Mill Lofts in the Vieux Carre neighborhood and is 1,106 square feet priced from $1,750. The Jackson in the Irish Channel neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,103 square feet and currently listed start at $2,287. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in New Orleans:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Rice Mill Lofts | 104 | 1,106 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| The Jackson | Irma | 1,103 Sq Ft | $2,287 |
| Palmetto Creek | 1x1 | 1,049 Sq Ft | $1,505 |
| Bella Ridge North | 1x1B | 996 Sq Ft | $1,680 |
| The Crescent Club | Residence F | 972 Sq Ft | $1,465 |
| The Howard Luxury Apartments | The Point | 955 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| Bienville Basin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 650 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 615 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| 925 Common | BARONNE | 602 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| The Strand Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 588 Sq Ft | $1,434 |
Cheapest Available New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 13, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in New Orleans, LA is the Bienville Model starting from $710 at Parc Fontaine in the Old Aurora neighborhood. The second most affordable New Orleans 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Azalea Belle starting at $740 in the Lake Forest East neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in New Orleans is currently $1,394. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in New Orleans:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Parc Fontaine | Bienville | $710 |
| Azalea Belle | 1 Bedroom | $740 |
| Chateau Carmel | Basin | $785 |
| Riviere Royale | 1 Bedroom | $790 |
| Chateau Solis | 1 BEDROOM | $825 |
| Whitney Manor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $834 |
| Cypress Run Apartments | Small | $835 |
| Patriot Point of New Orleans | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $837 |
| Polo Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $840 |
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New Orleans Overview
The largest metro area in all of Louisiana and a truly unique city known the world over for its cuisine, culture and oh-so-famous Mardi Gras, New Orleans is a destination that simply must be experienced to be believed. Combining French and Creole-inspired architecture, open-faced balcony terraces and omnipresent jazz music filling the air, New Orleans' particular brand of magic has been charming residents for centuries making living in apartments in New Orleans the bees knees.
Why live in New Orleans, LA?
Louisiana boasts a truly unique charm, and there is no denying that New Orleans is its central hub. From the amazing cuisine to the rarely-shy populace, New Orleans has a distinct character that simply cannot be replicated. Flush with romantic ambiance, eye-popping architecture, historic pubs, world-class eateries and more crawfish than you can shake a stick at, New Orleans is a unique treasure known coast-to-coast. With a plethora of available New Orleans apartments ready and waiting for you, this city is a prime locale.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom New Orleans Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in New Orleans with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in New Orleans is at Parc Fontaine listed at $710.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom New Orleans Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in New Orleans is $1,394.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom New Orleans Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in New Orleans is a 1,106 square feet unit starting from $1,750 at National Rice Mill Lofts.
What is the average size for New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in New Orleans is currently 661 sq ft.
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