
Cheap Homes for Rent in CBD Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $800 (31 Rentals)
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2420 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

2013 S Liberty St

807 Bourbon St

708 Orleans St

421 Burgundy St, Unit 4

840 Ursulines Ave, Unit 2
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1527 Reverend John Raphael Jr Way

2003 Reverend John Raphael Jr Way

2822 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

1205 St Charles Ave, Unit 606

2528 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

931 Royal St

920 Poeyfarre St, Unit 204
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1702 S Rampart St, Unit A

1112 Royal St

525 Dumaine St

1205 Saint Charles Ave, Unit 612

514 Madison St

1221 Decatur St, Unit 302

1201 Canal St
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523 Dumaine St

2515 Erato St, Unit 201

622 Dauphine St

523 Dumaine St

1920 Euterpe St, Unit C

330 Julia St

521 Dumaine St
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1005 Decatur St

216 Chartres St

920 Poeyfarre St, Unit 139
CBD, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in CBD?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBD 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,698 | $1,075 | $5,500 |
| CBD 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,530 | $1,800 | $4,800 |
| CBD 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the CBD Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available CBD Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the CBD area of New Orleans, LA is a Studio unit found at 200 Carondelet priced from $875. 2013 S Liberty Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable CBD apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Carondelet | Studio-csc-mkt | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| 2013 S Liberty Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Bienville Basin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Moss-Bauer | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
| 925 Common | SYMPHONY | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Hibernia Tower Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| The Julia at Saint Charles | H1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Saulet | Marigny - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| 1201 Canal Apartments | 515 | 1BR,1BA | $1,427 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in CBD, LA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the CBD area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2213 Baronne St Model at 2213 Baronne St, Unit 2213 Baronne in the in the St Thomas neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value CBD apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Hibernia Tower Apartments starting at $2,058 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Vieux Carre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for CBD apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2213 Baronne St, Unit 2213 Baronne | 2213 Baronne St | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Hibernia Tower Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| The Strand Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Gravier Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Bienville Basin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The Pythian Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 339 Carondelet Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Moss-Bauer | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 2013 S Liberty Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Woodward Lofts | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Frequently Asked Questions about CBD
What type of rentals are currently available in CBD?
There are currently 391 Apartments for Rent in CBD, LA with pricing that ranges from $246 to $15,000. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in CBD ranging from $825 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in CBD?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in CBD ranges from $825 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,020.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in CBD?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in CBD range from $1,140 to $4,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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