
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA from $760 (174 Rentals)


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Azalea Belle

Pontchartrain Oaks

Riviere Royale

Chateau Solis

Chateau d'Orleans

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Parc Fontaine

Chateau Carmel

3300 Garden Oaks Dr
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4101 S Galvez St, Unit lower unit

7019 Huntington Park Dr, Unit Huntington Park - 2 Bedroom

King Rampart Senior Living (Ages 55+ ONLY)

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1311 General Ogden St, Unit 1311

Patriot Point of New Orleans

Whispering Palms

Willowbrook Apartments

Forest Isle

Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly

4870 Alsace St
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4574 Dodt Ave

Haltere at New Orleans

Harmony Oaks

Walnut Square

Skyview Terrace

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Forest Park Apartments

Belle Reve at H3C -Senior 55+

1300 OCH at H3C Apartments

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Cypress Run Apartments

Patriot Cove
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Zurqui at Cypress

The Mayfair Apartment Homes

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3314 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro

Riverview Villas

3201 N Galvez St

6222 Arts St

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The Residences

8003 W Laverne St, Unit 8003

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8802 Morrison Rd, Unit 8802

4701 S Liberty St, Unit 4701
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7465-7467 Garfield St

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6231 Waldo Dr, Unit 6233 Waldo Dr

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2415 Republic St, Unit 2415

2809 Third St, Unit 2811 Third Street

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6329 Saint Claude Ave

1735 King Dr, Unit Apartment

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2017 Lowerline St

1013 Louisa St

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5547 Woodlawn Pl

3432 Danneel St, Unit 3434
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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 | $1,103 | $246 | $3,000 |
| New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $259 | $6,313 |
| New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $760 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,030 | $7,041 |
| New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,845 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,932 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Orleans Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in New Orleans?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New Orleans is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New Orleans?
The cheapest apartment in New Orleans is St. Germaine which is listed at $831, while the average apartment in New Orleans costs $4,641.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in New Orleans?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,470 regular apartments in New Orleans that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in New Orleans?
Cheap apartments in New Orleans have an average cost of $427 which is $4,214 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New Orleans.
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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.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.