
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Desire Area New Orleans, LA (49 Rentals)


Patriot Point of New Orleans

Elysian Apartments

Marais Street Apartments

Highrise NOLA

Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly

2612 Urquhart St, Unit 2612

1332 Frenchmen St

2824 Pauger St, Unit 2830
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1300 Gov Nicholls

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1117 Mandeville St

St. Bernard Circle

1112 Touro St

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1028 Kerlerec St

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917 Esplanade Ave

2824-2840 Pauger St

1812-1814 N Rampart St

1206 Esplanade Ave

809 Saint Ferdinand St

4654-4656 Baccich St

1609 Urquhart St

St. James

2 Ransom Dr
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4408 Congress Dr

2630 Saint Anthony St

St. John Berchmans Manor

The Gentilly
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McDonogh 16

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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $837 | $1,595 |
| Desire Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $950 | $2,400 |
| Desire Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,886 | $1,495 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Desire Area Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Largest Available Desire Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Desire Area area of New Orleans, LA is found at Aloysius Apartments and is listed at 731 square feet priced from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aloysius Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 731 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| Patriot Point of New Orleans | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $837 |
| Marais Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $1,025 |
| Elysian Apartments | Studio | 425 Sq Ft | $975 |
Cheapest Available Desire Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Desire Area of New Orleans, LA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $837 at Patriot Point of New Orleans. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Desire Area is currently $1,209. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Patriot Point of New Orleans | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $837 |
| Elysian Apartments | Studio | $975 |
| Marais Street Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,025 |
| Aloysius Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,395 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDesire Area, New Orleans, LA
Ranked #62
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Desire Area Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Desire Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Desire Area is $1,209.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Desire Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Desire Area is a 731 square feet unit starting from $1,595 at Aloysius Apartments.
What is the average size for Desire Area 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Desire Area is currently 800 sq ft.
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