
Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA Under $1,200 (226 Rentals)


Forest Isle

Whispering Palms

Esplanade at City Park

The Georgian

Centennial Place Apartments

Willowbrook Apartments

River Garden on Felicity

Walnut Square

Harmony Oaks Apartments
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Celeste Landing

Cove At NOLA (Patriot Cove)

Belle Reve at H3C -Senior 55+

1300 OCH at H3C Apartments

Gravier Place Apartments

Huntington Park

Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans)

Sailboat Bay

Siegel Select New Orleans
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Almondtree

Carmel Spring

Haltere at New Orleans

Riverview Villas

Forest Park Apartments

Carmel Brook

Pontchartrain Oaks

King Rampart Senior Living
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Chateau d'Orleans

Laguna Creek

6564 Fleur De Lis Dr

Marais Street Apartments

Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly

3806 Bienville St, Unit 3806 Bienville

1127 S Dupre St, Unit Student Apartment
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2323 Leonidas St, Unit Beautiful Shared Living

809 Burdette St, Unit 809

1138 S Salcedo St, Unit 2B

2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit A

2718 Mithra St, Unit 1

4007 Prytania St, Unit 4

2326 Lapeyrouse St

2328 Lapeyrouse St

4501 Majestic Oaks Dr
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 Under $1200 | $1,139 | $690 | $4,066 |
New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,584 | $649 | $5,233 |
New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,007 | $400 | $10,000+ |
New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,077 | $800 | $7,060 |
New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $3,127 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
New Orleans 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,641 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around New Orleans, LA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about New Orleans
How much are Studio apartments in New Orleans?
There are currently 92 Studio Apartments in New Orleans with rent ranges from $690 to $4,066 with an average price of $1,139.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom New Orleans Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in New Orleans ranges from $649 to $5,233 with an average monthly rent of $1,584.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in New Orleans cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in New Orleans range from $400 to $12,182. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,007.
How expensive are New Orleans Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 197 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in New Orleans on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $7,060 - averaging $2,077 for the location.
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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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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