Cheap Homes for Rent in Freret Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $800 (74 Rentals)

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property at 4224 Walmsley Ave

$1,150

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$1,150

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4224 Walmsley Ave

New OrleansLA70125

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property at 2502 Monroe St

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2502 Monroe St

New OrleansLA70118
property at 1205 St Charles Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1205 St Charles Ave, Unit 606, Unit 606

1205 St Charles Ave
New OrleansLA70130
property at 2520 Leonidas St

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2520 Leonidas St

New OrleansLA70118

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

property at 2703 3rd St

$1,275

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$1,275

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$1,275

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

2703 3rd St

New OrleansLA70113

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property at 2615 S Johnson St

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2615 S Johnson St

New OrleansLA70125
property at 1205 St Charles Ave

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1205 St Charles Ave, Unit 616, Unit 616

1205 St Charles Ave
New OrleansLA70130
property at 4606 Clara St

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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4606 Clara St

New OrleansLA70115

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property at 8637 Pritchard Pl

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

8637 Pritchard Pl

New OrleansLA70118
property at 2721 General Taylor St

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2721 General Taylor St

New OrleansLA70115
property at 627 Jefferson Ave

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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627 Jefferson Ave

New OrleansLA70115
property at 903 Octavia St

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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903 Octavia St

New OrleansLA70115
property at 2125 Valmont St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2125 Valmont St

New OrleansLA70115

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Freret, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

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. 4007 Prytania St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Freret apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MarquisC13BR,2BA$841
4007 Prytania StStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
St. MichaelStudioStudio,1BA$1,079
4804 Camp St1bed1bath1BR,1BA$1,100
The GeorgianStudioStudio,1BA$1,121
Studio Arms ApartmentsOne Bed/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Freret, LA

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Freret area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2bed2bath Model at 4804 Camp St in the in the West Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Freret apartment is the 7817 Birch St Model at 7817 Birch St starting at $1,600 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the West Carrollton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Freret apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4804 Camp St2bed2bath2BR,2BA$1.36
7817 Birch St7817 Birch St2BR,1BA$1.23
1014 Washington Avenue, Unit 1014 Washington Avenue1014 Washington Avenue2BR,2BA$1.40
7815 Birch St, Unit 78157815 Birch St2BR,1BA$1.33
2017 Lowerline St2017 Lowerline St2BR,1BA$1.21
Prytania Building (LKA)1/11BR,1BA$1.24
Blue Plate Artist LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1.38
1415 S Roman St, Unit 14151415 S Roman St2BR,1BA$1.33
3203 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Unit C3203 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd2BR,1BA$1.33
1311 General Ogden St, Unit 13111311 General Ogden St2BR,1BA$1.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Freret, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #19

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Freret

What type of rentals are currently available in Freret?

There are currently 613 Apartments for Rent in Freret, LA with pricing that ranges from $313 to $15,000. There are also 167 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Freret ranging from $825 to $9,000.

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 $825 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,202.

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 $313 to $5,683, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $335.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.