
Cheap Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA from $400 with Swimming Pool (72 Rentals)
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Azalea Belle

Forest Isle

Chateau Carmel

Riviere Royale

Almondtree

Willowbrook Apartments

7019 Huntington Park Dr, Unit Huntington Park - 1 Bedroom

Patriot Cove

Highrise NOLA
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Walnut Square

Harmony Oaks

7019 Huntington Park Dr, Unit Huntington Park - 2 Bedroom

Riverview Villas

The Mayfair Apartment Homes

The Georgian

Esplanade at City Park

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Siegel Select New Orleans

Chateau Lake Terrace

The Saulet
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

Lumina

Hibernia Tower Apartments

Columbia Parc at the Bayou District

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Sailboat Bay

925 Common

Lake Villa

Chateau Napoleon

Patio Villa

Carol Sue
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Polo Run Apartments

The Local on Severn

St. Germaine

Coppermill

Covington Square Apartments

Atrium Apartments

Margeaux Metairie Apartments

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Belle Oak Apartments

Oak Alley Apartments

Cedarwood
Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

L'Esplanade

Preston Place

Crossings

Tanglewood

Summerfield Apartment Homes

Emerald Pointe Apartment Homes

Willow Creek

Terraces At Metairie

Colonial Manor

Metairie Lake Apartments
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.
New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Orleans?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Studio Apartments | $1,079 | $246 | $3,000 |
| New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $259 | $8,167 |
| New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $726 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,988 | $1,030 | $9,129 |
| New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,107 | $1,370 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,024 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
Read ArticleReal Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
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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 $794.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New Orleans?
The cheapest apartment in New Orleans is Parc Fontaine which is listed at $710, while the average apartment in New Orleans costs $4,793.
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 1,018 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 $422 which is $4,371 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New Orleans.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

From Campus to Cajun Cuisine: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in New Orleans
Written by: Melissa Maxwell
Congratulations on getting into college! The next four years are going to be pretty exciting. If you got into a college in The Big Easy, just remember that it isn't always Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras on the Weekends: The Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near New Orleans Top Employers
Written by: Melissa Maxwell
I'm Melissa, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for New Orleans and I'm here to tell you about the best places to live and work in The Big Easy. Not every day is Mardi Gras! We work too.

Welcome to the Big Easy: A Local Insiders Guide to New Orleans
Written by: Melissa Maxwell
For many people, the closest they come to New Orleans is watching The Princess and the Frog or that episode of The Simpsons where Marge stars in a musical based on A Streetcar Named Desire.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
