
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA Under $2,000 (81 Rentals)
Apartments in New Orleans with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


The Saulet Apartments

Four Winds

The Jackson

The Odeon at South Market

The Delaneaux

Lumina

Parkway Apartments

The Julia at Saint Charles
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The Annex Luxury Apartments

1643 Josephine

The Strand Apartments

Hibernia Tower Apartments

The Beacon at South Market

The Crescent Club
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The Paramount at South Market

Esplanade at City Park

The Muses Apartment Homes

City Square 162

The Preserve

Nine 27 Apartments

Centennial Place Apartments

The Georgian

Josephine Lofts

3100 Banks St

Aloysius Apartments

National Rice Mill Lofts
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Gravier Place Apartments

Sailboat Bay

Columbia Parc at the Bayou District

Siegel Select New Orleans

River Garden on St. Andrew

6564 Fleur De Lis Dr
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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 | $1,234 | $690 | $4,066 |
New Orleans 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $685 | $5,209 |
New Orleans 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $400 | $10,000+ |
New Orleans 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $800 | $6,304 |
New Orleans 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $929 | $10,000+ |
New Orleans 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,030 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
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New Orleans, LA Local Guide
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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 101 Studio Apartments in New Orleans with rent ranges from $685 to $4,066 with an average price of $2,450.
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 $685 to $5,209 with an average monthly rent of $1,590.
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 $1,994.
How expensive are New Orleans Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 194 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in New Orleans on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $6,304 - averaging $2,042 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.

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.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
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