8627 Apple St
New OrleansLA70118
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MarreroLA70072
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New OrleansLA70126
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New OrleansLA70117
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1107 Odeon St
1107 Odeon StNew Orleans, LA 70114
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New OrleansLA70118
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New OrleansLA70114
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Bridge CityLA70094
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New OrleansLA70119
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525 Emile Ave
Bridge CityLA70094
3100 Rue Parc Fontaine, Unit 2303
3100 Rue Parc Fontaine
New OrleansLA70131
3608 Eagle St
New OrleansLA70118
2702 Felicity St, Unit #4
2702 Felicity St
New OrleansLA70113
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New OrleansLA70118
1332 Frenchmen St
New OrleansLA70116
213 Rosebud St
MetairieLA70005
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7019 Huntington Park Dr, Unit Huntington Park - 1 Bedroom
7019 Huntington Park DrNew Orleans, LA 70127
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204 Division StreetMetairie, LA 70001
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920 Conti St, Unit 4
920 Conti StNew Orleans, LA 70112
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204 Division Street, Unit 204 Division Street
204 Division StreetMetairie, LA 70001
505 Andry St
New OrleansLA70117
2442 Pauger St
New OrleansLA70116
7409 4th St
MarreroLA70072
4218 Hessmer Ave
MetairieLA70002
3216 Deers St
New OrleansLA70122
213 Rosebud St, Unit F
213 Rosebud St
MetairieLA70005
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3300 Garden Oaks Dr
3300 Garden Oaks DrNew Orleans, LA 70114
1543 Murl St
New OrleansLA70114
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2216 Glasgow Dr
2216 Glasgow DrHarvey, LA 70058
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New OrleansLA70129
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MetairieLA70002
451 Oak Ave
HarahanLA70123
622 Hagan Ave
New OrleansLA70119
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7019 Huntington Park Dr, Unit Huntington Park - 2 Bedroom
7019 Huntington Park DrNew Orleans, LA 70127
132 S Broad St
New OrleansLA70119
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New OrleansLA70119
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ChalmetteLA70043
906 N White St
New OrleansLA70119
135 6th St
Bridge CityLA70094
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8205 Nelson St, Unit A
8205 Nelson St
New OrleansLA70118
4520 N Rampart St, Unit 10
4520 N Rampart St
New OrleansLA70117
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1844 Pauline St, Unit 1844 Pauline Street
1844 Pauline StNew Orleans, LA 70117
2325 Florida Ave
New OrleansLA70122
1941 Independence St
New OrleansLA70117
2425 Oxford Pl, Unit 136
2425 Oxford Pl
GretnaLA70056
209 Transcontinental Dr
MetairieLA70001
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9309 Belfast St, Unit Room C
9309 Belfast StNew Orleans, LA 70118
3343 Esplanade Ave
New OrleansLA70119
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New OrleansLA70122
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How much does it cost to rent a home in New Orleans?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| New Orleans 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,666 | $792 | $5,500 |
| New Orleans 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,004 | $800 | $5,000 |
| New Orleans 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,832 | $1,600 | $5,500 |
| New Orleans 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,618 | $3,000 | $5,500 |
| New Orleans 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,525 | $2,600 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Orleans, LA
Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the New Orleans, LA area range in price from $246 to $15,700 with an overall median price of $5,117. The three New Orleans neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Village De LEst at $950, English Turn at $950, and Ponchartrain Park at $660. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New Orleans Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village De LEst | $950 | $950 | 1 |
| English Turn | $1,075 | $950 | 2 |
| Ponchartrain Park | $1,080 | $660 | 4 |
| Sherwood Forest | $1,324 | $700 | 317 |
| Edgelake | $1,335 | $700 | 311 |
| Lake Forest East | $1,441 | $740 | 45 |
| Little Woods | $1,441 | $660 | 352 |
| Pines | $1,441 | $660 | 53 |
| Pines Village | $1,441 | $660 | 43 |
| Plum Orchard | $1,441 | $660 | 54 |
Cheapest Available New Orleans Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Fontaine in the Old Aurora neighborhood priced from $710. Peppertree in the St Charles Parish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Orleans apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Fontaine | Bienville | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Peppertree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Azalea Belle | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Lake Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Chateau Carmel | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Chateau Napoleon | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Riviere Royale | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Skyview Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Whitney Manor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Orleans area is the $1.05 price per square foot 700 Florida Blvd Model at 700 Florida Blvd, Unit 700 Florida Blvd. in the in the City Park neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value New Orleans apartment is the 3314 Touro St Model at 3314 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro starting at $1,200 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the City Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Orleans apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 700 Florida Blvd, Unit 700 Florida Blvd. | 700 Florida Blvd | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| 3314 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro | 3314 Touro St | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Wilshire Heights | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 1127 S Dupre St, Unit Student Apartment | 1127 S Dupre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| 937 E Monterey Ct, Unit B | 937 E Monterey Ct | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| 8703 Dinkins St, Unit 2 Bedroom | 8703 Dinkins St | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Lakeside V | 2 Bedrooms w/Den, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Marrero Commons | 3 Bdrm Garden, 1168 SqFt, Tax Credit, 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 315 Ash St, Unit 15 | 315 Ash St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Parc Fontaine | Bienville | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in New Orleans?
There are currently 2721 Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA with pricing that ranges from $246 to $15,700. There are also 556 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Orleans ranging from $595 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Orleans?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Orleans ranges from $595 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,758.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in New Orleans?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in New Orleans range from $1,030 to $9,770, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,370.
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