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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 Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans) priced from $837. Highrise NOLA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Desire Area apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$837
Highrise NOLAOne Bed1BR,1BA$899
Aloysius Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA

As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desire Area area is the $1.42 price per square foot 1616 Independence St Model at 1616 Independence St, Unit Main Level in the in the Dillard neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Desire Area apartment is the 1225 Clouet St Model at 1225 Clouet St starting at $1,800 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Desire Area 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.
1616 Independence St, Unit Main Level1616 Independence St2BR,1BA$1.42
1225 Clouet St1225 Clouet St2BR,2BA$2.00
2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit A2003 Franklin Avenue2BR,1BA$1.39
Aloysius Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Highrise NOLAOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.28
3119 New Orleans St3119 New Orleans St2BR,1BA$2.08
4902 Baccich St, Unit Cozy cottage4902 Baccich StStudio ,1BA$2.50
Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Desire Area, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #53

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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 115 Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA with pricing that ranges from $837 to $9,367. There are also 90 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desire Area ranging from $950 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 $950 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,333.

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 $1,500 to $5,144, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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