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Arts Senior Apartments
1515 Arts StNew Orleans, LA 70117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desire Area New Orleans, LA from $400 (15 Rentals)
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Patriot Point of New Orleans
7225 Chef Menteur HwyNew Orleans, LA 70126
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Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly
3000 Gentilly BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70122
3025-3027 Laussat Pl
New OrleansLA70117
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Highrise NOLA
6324 Chef Menteur HwyNew Orleans, LA 70126
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3216 Deers St
New OrleansLA70122
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1808 Elysian Fields AveNew Orleans, LA 70117
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Elysian Apartments
1808 Elysian Fields AveNew Orleans, LA 70116
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2824 Pauger St
2824 Pauger StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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1520 Arts St
1520 Arts StNew Orleans, LA 70117
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Marais Street Apartments
1233-1225 Marais StNew Orleans, LA 70116
2418-2418 Annette St
New OrleansLA70119
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Magnolia Gardens
6001 Downman RdNew Orleans, LA 70126
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Gentilly Ridge Apartments
6000 Chef Menteur HighwayNew Orleans, LA 70126
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Sacred Heart at St Bernard
1720 Saint Bernard AveNew Orleans, LA 70116
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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 | $937 | $267 | $1,527 |
| Desire Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $788 | $1,787 |
| Desire Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $950 | $2,652 |
| Desire Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $1,300 | $3,282 |
| Desire Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,193 | $4,193 | $4,193 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Arts Senior Apartments priced from $788. Patriot Point of New Orleans 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 | 1a1t | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
| Patriot Point of New Orleans | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $837 |
| Highrise NOLA | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Elysian Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1,008 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desire Area area is the $1.90 price per square foot 920 Frenchmen St Model at 920 Frenchmen St in the in the Vieux Carre neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Desire Area apartment is the Magnolia Model at Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly starting at $1,008 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the City Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 920 Frenchmen St | 920 Frenchmen St | 3BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 1225 Clouet St | 1225 Clouet St | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 2483 Verbena St, Unit 2483 | 2483 Verbena St | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Aloysius Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Highrise NOLA | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Arts Senior Apartments | 1a1t | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Patriot Point of New Orleans | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Marais Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Elysian Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desire Area Apartments
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 $5,993.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Desire Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Desire Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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