
Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Riverside Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $600 (29 Rentals)
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600 Garden Rd

2702 Felicity St, Unit #4

7409 4th St

4417 Chestnut St

2115 Danneel St, Unit 102

2216 Glasgow Dr
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2015 Coliseum St, Unit D

2013 S Liberty St

1921 General Taylor St

1215 Josephine St, Unit 4

2300 Jena St, Unit B

2427 Peniston St

1205 St Charles Ave, Unit 606
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2528 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

2703 3rd St

2136 2nd St

1205 Saint Charles Ave, Unit 1307

1921 Amelia St

2934 Dryades St

1731 Amelia St
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2427 Rousseau St

4606 Clara St

3707 Camp St

2721 General Taylor St

1637 Third St

1218 Joseph St

915 Soniat St
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541 St Joseph St
East Riverside, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Riverside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,949 | $1,075 | $3,500 |
| East Riverside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,379 | $1,595 | $4,256 |
| East Riverside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $2,100 | $4,400 |
| East Riverside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,318 | $1,750 | $5,500 |
| East Riverside 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,750 | $6,000 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Riverside Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available East Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Riverside area of New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westchase Apartments priced from $899. Harmony Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $933. Here are the most affordable East Riverside apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westchase Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Harmony Oaks | 1 Bdrm Garden, 696 SqFt, Tax Credit, 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| The Georgian | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| 2013 S Liberty Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Gates on Manhattan | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Centennial Place Apartments | Steamer | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| Moss-Bauer | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Saulet | Bienville | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Riverside, LA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Riverside area is the $0.95 price per square foot 1912 General Pershing St Model at 1912 General Pershing St, Unit Upstairs unit in the in the Irish Channel neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Riverside apartment is the 2035 Joseph St Model at 2035 Joseph St, Unit 2035 Joseph starting at $2,500 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Audubon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 General Pershing St, Unit Upstairs unit | 1912 General Pershing St | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 2035 Joseph St, Unit 2035 Joseph | 2035 Joseph St | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 5412 York St, Unit B | 5412 York St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 7817 Birch St | 7817 Birch St | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 1014 Washington Avenue, Unit 1014 Washington Avenue | 1014 Washington Avenue | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Gates on Manhattan | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 400 Avenue B, Unit A | 400 Avenue B | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 2013 S Liberty Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 4122 S Johnson St, Unit 4122 -A S. Johnson st. | 4122 S Johnson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Westchase Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Best Local Schools in East Riverside, New Orleans, LA
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L.H. Marrero Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Riverside
What type of rentals are currently available in East Riverside?
There are currently 734 Apartments for Rent in East Riverside, LA with pricing that ranges from $665 to $15,000. There are also 108 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Riverside ranging from $600 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Riverside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Riverside ranges from $600 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,034.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Riverside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Riverside range from $1,247 to $5,522, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $4,256. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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