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Arts Senior Apartments
1515 Arts StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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$8371 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas)
7225 Chef Menteur HwyNew Orleans, LA 70126
1620 Pauger St
New OrleansLA70116
3251 St Ferdinand St
New OrleansLA70126
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Highrise NOLA
6324 Chef Menteur HwyNew Orleans, LA 70126
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2661 Madrid St, Unit Studio apartment
2661 Madrid StNew Orleans, LA 70122
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Marais Street Apartments
1233-1225 Marais StNew Orleans, LA 70116
1501-1503 Desire St
New OrleansLA70117
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3316 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro
3316 Touro StNew Orleans, LA 70122
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Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly
3000 Gentilly BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70122
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2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit A
2003 Franklin AvenueNew Orleans, LA 70117
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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 | $1,219 | $875 | $2,700 |
| Desire Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $788 | $2,782 |
| Desire Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $1,095 | $3,658 |
| Desire Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $1,395 | $3,333 |
| Desire Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,851 | $5,851 | $5,851 |
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Cheapest Available Desire Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desire Area area of New Orleans, LA is a Studio unit found at Arts Senior Apartments priced from $424. Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $837. Here are the most affordable Desire Area apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts Senior Apartments | Eff F | Studio,1BA | $424 |
| Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $837 |
| Marais Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Aloysius Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desire Area area is the $0.65 price per square foot 3316 Touro St Model at 3316 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro in the in the City Park neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Desire Area apartment is the 2921 Mandeville St Model at 2921 Mandeville St, Unit 2921 starting at $1,950 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Lake Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desire Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3316 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro | 3316 Touro St | 2BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 2921 Mandeville St, Unit 2921 | 2921 Mandeville St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1225 Clouet St | 1225 Clouet St | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 2454 N Derbigny St, Unit 2454 N. Derbigny | 2454 N Derbigny St | 3BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit A | 2003 Franklin Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Aloysius Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Arts Senior Apartments | 1a1t | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 2661 Madrid St, Unit Studio apartment | 2661 Madrid St | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
| Marais Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDesire Area, New Orleans, LA
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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Desire Area Neighborhood in New Orleans, LA
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desire Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Desire Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Desire Area is under $1,399.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Desire Area?
The cheapest apartment in Desire Area is Arts Senior Apartments which is listed at $788, while the average apartment in Desire Area costs $5,851.
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