
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA Under $1,200 (178 Rentals)


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The Jackson

Forest Isle

Whispering Palms

200 Carondelet

Parc Fontaine

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Centennial Place Apartments

Willowbrook Apartments

The Pythian Apartments

Chateau Lake Terrace
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Walnut Square

Bienville Basin Apartments

Celeste Landing

Harmony Oaks Apartments

6564 Fleur De Lis Dr

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Patriot Cove (FKA Cove at NOLA)

Belle Reve at H3C -Senior 55+

1300 OCH at H3C Apartments

Skyview Terrace Apartments

Carmel Brook
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Laguna Reserve

Forest Park Apartments

Riverview Villas

Laguna Creek

Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas)

Haltere at New Orleans

Pontchartrain Oaks

My Home at Lakeview

Chateau d'Orleans

King Rampart Senior Living (Ages 55+ ONLY)
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Arts Senior Apartments

Highrise NOLA

Marais Street Apartments

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4223 S Carrollton Ave

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Cypress Run Apartments

Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly

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4320 Jena St, Unit 4320 Apt B

5502 Loyola Ave, Unit 5502

3026 Short St, Unit C

915 N Rocheblave St
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4072 State St Dr

925 Common St

925 Common St

1107 Odeon St

2824 Pauger St

1511 N Dupre St

929 Dumaine St

2139 Cadiz St

3251 St Ferdinand St

3507 Royal St
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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 | $1,128 | $267 | $2,500 |
| New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $427 | $4,369 |
| New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $932 | $10,000+ |
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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 200 Carondelet listed at $427.
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 $1,431.
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 1,244 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 690 sq ft.
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