
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Carrollton Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $500 (83 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Carrollton area of New Orleans.


8428 Oleander St

Marrero Commons Apartments

2909 Hollygrove St

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5502 Loyola Ave, Unit 5502

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1127 S Dupre St, Unit Student Apartment

3026 Short St, Unit C

3219 Fern St

9309 Belfast St

8812 Oleander St
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2416 Dante St

9309 Belfast St

7522 Benjamin St, Unit 203

4072 State St Dr

Harmony Oaks Apartments

8210 Forshey St

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7620 Freret St

7465-7467 Garfield St

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2323 Leonidas St

738 Arabella St
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8701 Green St, Unit 8701 Green St

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4224 Walmsley Ave, Unit Apt B

2922 Gravier St

1301 Napoleon Ave

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8129 Maple St, Unit 8129

1916 Eagle St

2513 Delachaise St

2121-2131 Louisiana Ave

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2017 Lowerline St

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Blue Plate Artist Lofts
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4821 Euphrosine St

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2535 Upperline St, Unit A

8925 Colapissa St

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7704 Spruce Street, Unit 7704 Spruce Upper Unit

1929 S Carrollton Ave

3204 Second St

117 Addison St

7706 Spruce Street, Unit Upper Unit

1582 Jefferson Ave

1586 Jefferson Ave
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The Dr.Everett and Melva Williams Building

Liberty Place Apartments

The Meridian

Fountainbleau

Flint Goodridge

Palmetto Apartments

3615 St Charles Ave

Cypress Manor II

Aldrich House Apartments

Dillard House Apartments
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East Carrollton, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Carrollton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carrollton Studio Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| East Carrollton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $932 | $2,736 |
| East Carrollton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $995 | $4,451 |
| East Carrollton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,153 | $1,242 | $5,079 |
| East Carrollton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $1,370 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 83 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Carrollton Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available East Carrollton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Carrollton area of New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marrero Commons Apartments priced from $932. St. Michael has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,079. Here are the most affordable East Carrollton apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrero Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| St. Michael | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Studio Arms Apartments | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Harmony Oaks Apartments | 3 Bedroom Townhouse Tax Credit*** | 3BR,2BA | $1,247 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Carrollton, LA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Carrollton area is the $1.20 price per square foot 8537 Forshey St Model at 8537 Forshey St, Unit 8539 in the in the West Carrollton neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value East Carrollton apartment is the 5421 Constance St Model at 5421 Constance St, Unit 5421 starting at $1,950 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Audubon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Carrollton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8537 Forshey St, Unit 8539 | 8537 Forshey St | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 5421 Constance St, Unit 5421 | 5421 Constance St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1101 Marengo St, Unit Apt C | 1101 Marengo St | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 2017 Lowerline St | 2017 Lowerline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 4224 Walmsley Ave, Unit Apt B | 4224 Walmsley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 2922 Gravier St | 2 Bed 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 7620 Freret St | 7620 Freret St | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 3026 Short St, Unit C | 3026 Short St | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 5502 Loyola Ave, Unit 5502 | 5502 Loyola Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Carrollton, New Orleans, LA
Ranked #43
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Carrollton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Carrollton?
The cheapest apartment in East Carrollton is Marrero Commons Apartments which is listed at $932, while the average apartment in East Carrollton costs $7,984.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Carrollton?
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 9 regular apartments in East Carrollton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Carrollton?
Cheap apartments in East Carrollton have an average cost of $225 which is $7,759 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Carrollton.
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Written by: Melissa Maxwell
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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.