Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Esplanade Ridge Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $400 (20 Rentals)

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Sacred Heart
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sacred Heart

3222 Canal StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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St. Peter Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Peter Apartments

2630 St Peter StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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X-Midcity Lofts-ILofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

X-Midcity Lofts-ILofts

635 N Scott StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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2900-2902 Aubry St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2900-2902 Aubry St

2900-2902 Aubry StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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Marais Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Marais Apartments

1501 Canal StNew Orleans, LA 70112
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Esplanade Ridge, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Esplanade Ridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Esplanade Ridge area of New Orleans, LA is a Studio unit found at Lumina priced from $456. Marquis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $717. Here are the most affordable Esplanade Ridge apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LuminaPerseus (Income Restricted)Studio,1BA$456
MarquisB32BR,2BA$717
1900 Esplanade AveStudioStudio,1BA$800
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,059
Esplanade at City ParkNAPOLEONStudio,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Esplanade Ridge, LA

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Esplanade Ridge area is the $1.60 price per square foot 3047 Maurepas St Model at 3047 Maurepas St, Unit 3047 in the in the City Park neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Esplanade Ridge apartment is the 3029 Banks St Model at 3029 Banks St starting at $1,450 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Mid-City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Esplanade Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3047 Maurepas St, Unit 30473047 Maurepas St3BR,2.5BA$1.60
3029 Banks St3029 Banks St3BR,1BA$1.05
925 N Dupre St, Unit 925 N Dupre925 N Dupre St2BR,1.5BA$1.57
Bienville Basin Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.14
MarquisA11BR,1BA$1.69
3100 Banks St743 sq ft1BR,1BA$2.18
Aloysius Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
2727 Onzaga St, Unit 27272727 Onzaga St2BR,1BA$2.00
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.12
1900 Esplanade AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Esplanade Ridge, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #20

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Esplanade Ridge Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Esplanade Ridge?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Esplanade Ridge is under $1,399.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Esplanade Ridge?

The cheapest apartment in Esplanade Ridge is Marais Street Apartments which is listed at $1,059, while the average apartment in Esplanade Ridge costs $14,373.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Esplanade Ridge?

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 37 regular apartments in Esplanade Ridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.