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Aloysius Apartments
1137 Esplanade AveNew Orleans, LA 70116
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1302 Jourdan AveNew Orleans, LA 70117
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7225 Chef Menteur HwyNew Orleans, LA 70126
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1233-1225 Marais StNew Orleans, LA 70116
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6324 Chef Menteur HwyNew Orleans, LA 70126
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3000 Gentilly BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70122
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5765 Cameron Blvd, Unit 5765 Cameron Blvd.Apt B
5765 Cameron BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70122
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2613 Annette St, Unit 2613 Annette St
2613 Annette StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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$2,750
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1117 Governor Nicholls St
1117 Governor Nicholls StNew Orleans, LA 70116
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4524 N Robertson St, Unit Apt 1B
4524 N Robertson StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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5310 Venus St, Unit Nurse’s Cove
5310 Venus StNew Orleans, LA 70122
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$2,800
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Base Rent$2,800
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4917 Demontluzin St, Unit B
4917 Demontluzin StNew Orleans, LA 70122
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$2,400
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1356 Saint Anthony St, Unit 1358 St Anthony St
1356 Saint Anthony StNew Orleans, LA 70116
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$1,400
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1502 Spain St, Unit 1502
1502 Spain StNew Orleans, LA 70117
2537 Jasmine St
New OrleansLA70122
2455 Wisteria St
New OrleansLA70122
1641 Alvar St
New OrleansLA70117
1313 France St
New OrleansLA70117
1618 Spain St
New OrleansLA70117
2226 Fats Domino Ave
New OrleansLA70117
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New OrleansLA70122
4757 Tulip St
New OrleansLA70126
1423 Henriette Delille St, Unit A
1423 Henriette Delille St
New OrleansLA70116
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3523 N Rampart St
3523 N Rampart StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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3523 N Rampart St
3523 N Rampart StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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4936 Lonely Oak Dr, Unit 4936
4936 Lonely Oak DrNew Orleans, LA 70126
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1300 Gov Nicholls, Unit 1A
1300 Gov NichollsNew Orleans, LA 70116
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5515 N Robertson St, Unit 5515 N. Robertson St.
5515 N Robertson StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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3120 N Robertson St, Unit 3120 N. Robertson
3120 N Robertson StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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2109 A P Tureaud Ave, Unit 2109
2109 A P Tureaud AveNew Orleans, LA 70119
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2305 A P Tureaud Ave, Unit 2307 A P Tureaud
2305 A P Tureaud AveNew Orleans, LA 70119
1738 N Rampart St
New OrleansLA70116
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1738 N Rampart St, Unit SI ID1369010P
1738 N Rampart StNew Orleans, LA 70116
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1738 N Rampart St
1738 N Rampart StNew Orleans, LA 70116
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3523 N Rampart St
3523 N Rampart StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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4226 Downman Rd, Unit 1
4226 Downman RdNew Orleans, LA 70126
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2429 Desire St, Unit 2429 Desire Street
2429 Desire StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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2233 Humanity St, Unit 2233 Humanity St
2233 Humanity StNew Orleans, LA 70122
1404 Desire St
New OrleansLA70117
2562 N Galvez St
New OrleansLA70117
4032 N Miro St, Unit Apt B
4032 N Miro St
New OrleansLA70117
4032 N Miro St
New OrleansLA70117
4032 N Miro St, Unit C
4032 N Miro St
New OrleansLA70117
2405 A P Tureaud Ave, Unit Upper
2405 A P Tureaud Ave
New OrleansLA70119
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Desire Area, New Orleans, LA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desire Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desire Area Studio Apartments | $3,267 | $3,254 | $3,280 |
| Desire Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $810 | $4,259 |
| Desire Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $994 | $5,174 |
| Desire Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,648 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Desire Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,396 | $1,100 | $2,250 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,868 | $1,300 | $2,650 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,687 | $2,100 | $3,000 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Desire Area
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Desire Area area of New Orleans, LA?
As of today, September 20, 2026, there are currently 208 available Desire Area apartments priced from $810 to $10,710, with an average monthly rent of $2,072.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Desire Area Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Desire Area ranges from $810 to $4,259 with an average monthly rent of $1,371.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Desire Area cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Desire Area range from $994 to $5,174. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,620.
How expensive are Desire Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 14 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Desire Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,400 to $10,710 - averaging $3,648 for the location.
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