
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Ninth Ward Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $700 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lower Ninth Ward area of New Orleans.


1105 Odeon St

1101 Odeon Ave

1000 Newton St

1024 Tupelo St

1502 Piety St, Unit 1502
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1113 Leboeuf St

4524 N Rampart St

5923 Urquhart St

6225 Urquhart Street, LLC

3251 St Ferdinand St

1500 Clouet St
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Lower Ninth Ward, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Ninth Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Ninth Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $750 | $1,236 |
| Lower Ninth Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $850 | $4,996 |
| Lower Ninth Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,141 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Ninth Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Ninth Ward Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Ninth Ward Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Retreat at Federal City | One Bedroom - ADA (corner) | 1BR,1BA | $1,236 |
| Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing | Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) | 2BR,1BA | $1,434 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Ninth Ward, LA
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Ninth Ward area is the $1.30 price per square foot Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) Model at Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing in the in the Behrman neighborhood starting from $1,434. The second greatest value Lower Ninth Ward apartment is the 1225 Clouet St Model at 1225 Clouet St starting at $1,800 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Desire Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Ninth Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing | Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 1225 Clouet St | 1225 Clouet St | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1502 Piety St, Unit 1502 | 1502 Piety St | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 3404 Dauphine St, Unit Upper Balcony | 3404 Dauphine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Riverside Retreat at Federal City | One Bedroom - ADA (corner) | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Ninth Ward Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Ninth Ward?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Ninth Ward is Riverside Retreat at Federal City which is listed at $1,236, while the average apartment in Lower Ninth Ward costs $1,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Ninth Ward?
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 8 regular apartments in Lower Ninth Ward that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lower Ninth Ward?
Cheap apartments in Lower Ninth Ward have an average cost of $1,098 which is $802 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Ninth Ward.
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