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property at 1500 Clouet St

$1,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1500 Clouet St

New OrleansLA70117

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property at 5105 Baccich St

$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

5105 Baccich St

New OrleansLA70122

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Desire Area, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

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 Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas) priced from $837. Highrise NOLA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Desire Area apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$837
Highrise NOLAOne Bed1BR,1BA$915
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,059
Aloysius Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA

As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desire Area area is the $0.93 price per square foot 1813 Miro N St Model at 1813 Miro N St, Unit 1813 in the in the City Park neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Desire Area apartment is the 2135 Mirabeau Ave Model at 2135 Mirabeau Ave, Unit HUGE 1BDR ALL UTILITIES starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1813 Miro N St, Unit 18131813 Miro N St2BR,1BA$0.93
2135 Mirabeau Ave, Unit HUGE 1BDR ALL UTILITIES2135 Mirabeau Ave1BR,1BA$1.25
1225 Clouet St1225 Clouet St2BR,2BA$2.00
2454 N Derbigny St, Unit 2454 N. Derbigny2454 N Derbigny St3BR,1BA$1.56
2363 N Robertson St, Unit 23632363 N Robertson St2BR,1BA$1.11
4900 Pecan St, Unit 49004900 Pecan St2BR,1BA$1.18
Aloysius Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Highrise NOLAOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.31
Patriot Point of New Orleans (FKA Bern-mas)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.12

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Desire Area, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #46

Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desire Area

What type of rentals are currently available in Desire Area?

There are currently 120 Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA with pricing that ranges from $267 to $10,746. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desire Area ranging from $750 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Desire Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Desire Area ranges from $750 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,732.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Desire Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Desire Area range from $1,350 to $10,746, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert’s Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in New Orleans

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

New Orleans is known as The Big Easy, but it's not always easy on the wallet! It's a city built around attracting tourists, so naturally everything is going to be on the pricey side.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.