
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeview Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $700 (26 Rentals)
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3343 Esplanade Ave

Chateau Lake Terrace

Esplanade at City Park

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Sailboat Bay

4110 St Bernard Ave
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Columbia Parc at the Bayou District

121 N St Patrick St

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906 Wilson Dr, Unit C, Unit C

5643 Charles Pl

2900-2902 Aubry St

844 Roosevelt Pl
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6254-6256 Bellaire Dr

5010 Bienville St - WATER INCLUDED

2839 Maurepas St

Lake Villa

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Metairie Plaza Apartments
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1212 Brockenbraugh Ct, Unit Apt D, Unit Apt D

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C & R Apartments

213 Rosebud St

213 Rosebud St

1161 Lake Ave, Unit 222, Unit 222
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Hampton Court
Lakeview, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Studio Apartments | $1,189 | $815 | $1,429 |
| Lakeview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,296 | $1,000 | $1,900 |
| Lakeview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,250 | $2,800 |
| Lakeview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $1,600 | $2,599 |
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Cheapest Available Lakeview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeview area of New Orleans, LA is a Studio unit found at Lake Villa priced from $765. Metairie Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Lakeview apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Metairie Lake Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 6564 Fleur De Lis Dr | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Esplanade at City Park | BIENVILLE | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Sailboat Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Metairie Plaza Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Chateau Lake Terrace | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Avenue Walk Apartments | 4 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview, LA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeview area is the $1.17 price per square foot 117 28th St Model at 117 28th St, Unit 117 28th St in the in the City Park neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Lakeview apartment is the 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Model at Wilshire Heights starting at $1,659 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Navarre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 28th St, Unit 117 28th St | 117 28th St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Wilshire Heights | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Marina Vista | 2 BR | 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Metairie Plaza Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 1212 Brockenbraugh Ct, Unit Apt D | 1212 Brockenbraugh Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Chateau Lake Terrace | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Artwalk Bucktown | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Metairie Lake Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 6564 Fleur De Lis Dr | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Lake Villa | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.91 |
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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeview Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakeview?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakeview is at Lake Villa listed at $765.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeview Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeview Apartment is $1,000 at Metairie Lake Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeview Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeview is starting from $1,250 at Metairie Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lakeview Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lakeview Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Metairie Plaza Apartments and starts from $1,600.
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