
Cheap Homes for Rent in Freret Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $500 (48 Rentals)
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2702 Felicity St, Unit #4

8428 Oleander St

132 S Broad St

8205 Nelson St, Unit A

2427 S Robertson St, Unit 2427

2013 S Liberty St

515 Cadiz St

2300 Jena St, Unit B
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8633 Nelson St

2427 Peniston St

4224 Walmsley Ave

2822 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

4615 Dart St, Unit Fountainblue Guest House

1205 St Charles Ave, Unit 606

7931 Olive St

1731 Amelia St

2427 Rousseau St
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2223 Washington Ave

1215 Josephine St, Unit 4

2934 Dryades St

1032 Fourth St, Unit Rear

2528 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

1916 Eagle St

2703 3rd St

627 Jefferson Ave

4701 S Liberty St, Unit 4701
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4606 Clara St

1702 S Rampart St, Unit A

8400 Nelson St, Unit 8400

2123 S Lopez St

1316 Henry Clay Ave

3318 Broadway St, Unit 303

8613 S Claiborne Ave

2367 St Thomas St

8943 Jeannette St
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7801 Hampson St

3432 Danneel St, Unit 3434

2633 Iberville St, Unit 2633 Iberville Street

2428 Eagle St

1205 Saint Charles Ave, Unit 612

2721 General Taylor St

2015 Coliseum St, Unit B

2826 Banks St

2824 Banks St
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7706 Spruce Street, Unit Upper Unit

8927 Hickory St

1218 Joseph St
Freret, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Freret?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freret 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,680 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Freret 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,287 | $1,250 | $3,850 |
| Freret 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,245 | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| Freret 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,780 | $3,650 | $5,500 |
| Freret 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,466 | $6,000 | $8,900 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Freret Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available Freret Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Freret area of New Orleans, LA is a 3 Beds unit found at Marquis priced from $841. 2013 S Liberty Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Freret apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquis | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $841 |
| 2013 S Liberty Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Georgian | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,077 |
| St. Michael | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Jackson Avenue Building | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Harmony Oaks | 2 Bdrm Garden, 890 SqFt, Tax Credit, 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Studio Arms Apartments | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Freret, LA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Freret area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2213 Baronne St Model at 2213 Baronne St, Unit 2213 Baronne in the in the St Thomas neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Freret apartment is the 1127 S Dupre St Model at 1127 S Dupre St, Unit Student Apartment starting at $955 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Dixon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Freret apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2213 Baronne St, Unit 2213 Baronne | 2213 Baronne St | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 1127 S Dupre St, Unit Student Apartment | 1127 S Dupre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| 7817 Birch St | 7817 Birch St | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 7605 Freret St, Unit Lower | 7605 Freret St | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 1014 Washington Avenue, Unit 1014 Washington Avenue | 1014 Washington Avenue | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 7815 Birch St, Unit 7815 | 7815 Birch St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 2019 Lowerline St, Unit 2019 | 2019 Lowerline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 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 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFreret, New Orleans, LA
Ranked #19
Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Freret
What type of rentals are currently available in Freret?
There are currently 612 Apartments for Rent in Freret, LA with pricing that ranges from $726 to $15,000. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Freret ranging from $595 to $8,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Freret?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Freret ranges from $595 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,144.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Freret?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Freret range from $1,140 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,370.
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