
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA from $246 (55 Rentals)


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1636 Monroe St, Unit Monroe, Unit Monroe

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Celeste Landing

Forest Isle

Skyview Terrace

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1942 Moss St, Unit Studio apartment, Unit Studio apartment

1900 Esplanade Ave

Almondtree

Whispering Palms

7916 Hickory St
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925 Common St, Unit SI ID1272336P

The Georgian

Esplanade at City Park

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Siegel Select New Orleans

840 Ursulines Ave, Unit 2

1016 Canal St

1016 Canal St

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Sailboat Bay

2317 N Rampart St, Unit SI ID1272384P

925 Common
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Lumina

Memoir Warehouse District

Arts Senior Apartments

Sacred Heart

The Dr.Everett and Melva Williams Building

Flint Goodridge

X-Midcity Lofts-ILofts

4007 Prytania St

Pine Street

St. Michael
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1711 Second St

Marais Apartments

The California Building

Thirteen15

940 Avenue F

Patio Villa

Chateau Napoleon

Westchase Apartments

Peppertree
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The Local on Severn

Coppermill

Stonebridge Manor

Terraces At Metairie

Summerfield Apartment Homes

Emerald Pointe Apartment Homes

Villas at Emerald Park

212 Severn Ave

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150 Labarre Dr

Furnished Studio-New Orleans - Metairie
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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 | $1,105 | $246 | $3,806 |
| New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $259 | $5,689 |
| New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,845 | $687 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $313 | $10,000+ |
| New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $335 | $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 $785.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New Orleans?
The cheapest apartment in New Orleans is Peppertree which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in New Orleans costs $5,638.
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 1,679 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 $486 which is $5,152 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.

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.

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.
