
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $800 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Central City area of New Orleans.


4417 Chestnut St

2115 Danneel St, Unit 102

2015 Coliseum St, Unit D

2013 S Liberty St

1921 General Taylor St
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1215 Josephine St, Unit 4

421 Burgundy St, Unit 4

2300 Jena St, Unit B

2427 Peniston St

4615 Dart St, Unit Fountainblue Guest House

2528 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
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1205 St Charles Ave, Unit 606

1205 Saint Charles Ave, Unit 1307

2703 3rd St

1731 Amelia St

1921 Amelia St

2934 Dryades St
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1304 Simon Bolivar Ave, Unit 1304.5

4606 Clara St

3707 Camp St

2136 2nd St

2906 Fourth St

2721 General Taylor St
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1637 Third St

1205 Saint Charles Ave, Unit 1213

541 St Joseph St
Central City, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,079 | $1,075 | $3,950 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,116 | $1,595 | $3,200 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,225 | $2,100 | $4,400 |
| Central City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,875 | $2,100 | $3,650 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of New Orleans, LA is a Studio unit found at 200 Carondelet priced from $403. Marquis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $726. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Carondelet | Studio-csi-tc30 | Studio,1BA | $403 |
| Marquis | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $726 |
| Harmony Oaks | 1 Bdrm Garden, 696 SqFt, Tax Credit, 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| 2013 S Liberty Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Marrero Commons | 2 Bdrm Townhome, 929 SqFt, Tax Credit, 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,086 |
| The Georgian | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,097 |
| Gravier Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,153 |
| Bienville Basin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, LA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $0.95 price per square foot 1912 General Pershing St Model at 1912 General Pershing St, Unit Upstairs unit in the in the Irish Channel neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 1127 S Dupre St Model at 1127 S Dupre St, Unit Student Apartment starting at $995 with a $0.66 price per square foot in the Dixon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 General Pershing St, Unit Upstairs unit | 1912 General Pershing St | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1127 S Dupre St, Unit Student Apartment | 1127 S Dupre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| 5412 York St, Unit B | 5412 York St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1014 Washington Avenue, Unit 1014 Washington Avenue | 1014 Washington Avenue | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 4825 Perrier St, Unit 4825 Perrier ST apartment | 4825 Perrier St | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Marquis | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Bienville Basin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Hibernia Tower Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 2013 S Liberty Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 4122 S Johnson St, Unit 4122 -A S. Johnson st. | 4122 S Johnson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral City, New Orleans, LA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Central City
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 705 Apartments for Rent in Central City, LA with pricing that ranges from $246 to $15,000. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $825 to $4,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City ranges from $825 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,147.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central City range from $1,140 to $9,058, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,370.
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