
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA Under $1,200 (116 Rentals)


Forest Isle

Whispering Palms

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Parc Fontaine

Walnut Square

Willowbrook Apartments

Patriot Cove

Belle Reve at H3C -Senior 55+

1300 OCH at H3C Apartments

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Zurqui at Cypress
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Haltere at New Orleans

Patriot Point of New Orleans

Carmel Brook

Forest Park Apartments

Laguna Reserve

Skyview Terrace

Laguna Creek

Chateau d'Orleans

King Rampart Senior Living (Ages 55+ ONLY)

Pontchartrain Oaks
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My Home at Lakeview

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Cypress Run Apartments

Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly

Marquis

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2483 Verbena St, Unit 2483, Unit 2483

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3314 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro, Unit 3314 touro

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1311 General Ogden St, Unit 1311, Unit 1311

4870 Alsace St, Unit C

2016 Spain St

7019 Huntington Park Dr, Unit Huntington Park - 2 Bedroom
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1501-1503 Desire St

521-527 Wagner St

4574 Dodt Ave

2909 Hollygrove St

1418 Behrman Ave

Elmwood Homes

2900-2902 Aubry St

Bundy & Cindy Place Apartments

Sacred Heart

Liberty Place Apartments
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The Meridian

River Garden Historic Apartments

The Willows Apartments

Marsailles Apartments

7700 Downman Rd

Canalside Apartments

Cypress Parc

Read Blvd

Palmetto Apartments

Gentilly Ridge Apartments
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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 | $1,091 | $246 | $2,500 |
| New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $259 | $4,256 |
| New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $760 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,030 | $9,169 |
| New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,127 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom New Orleans Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in New Orleans with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in New Orleans is at Laguna Creek listed at $835.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom New Orleans Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in New Orleans is $1,816.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom New Orleans Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in New Orleans is a 2,537 square feet unit starting from $5,000 at Four Winds.
What is the average size for New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in New Orleans is currently 1,041 sq ft.
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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.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.