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McDonough, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available McDonough Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the McDonough area of New Orleans, LA is a Studio unit found at Whispering Palms priced from $699. Forest Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,009. Here are the most affordable McDonough apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Whispering PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Forest Park Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,009
Gravier Place Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,018
The Pythian Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,068
The SauletMarigny1BR,1BA$1,145
Zurqui at Cypress2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$1,150
The GeorgianStudioStudio,1BA$1,156
Moss-Bauer1x11BR,1BA$1,200
Riverside Retreat at Federal CityOne Bedroom - ADA (middle)1BR,1BA$1,236
Centennial Place ApartmentsBateau1BR,1BA$1,296

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDonough, LA

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the McDonough area is the $1.40 price per square foot 1014 Washington Avenue Model at 1014 Washington Avenue, Unit 1014 Washington Avenue in the in the Irish Channel neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value McDonough apartment is the 2x2 Model at Moss-Bauer starting at $1,950 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Vieux Carre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McDonough apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1014 Washington Avenue, Unit 1014 Washington Avenue1014 Washington Avenue2BR,2BA$1.40
Moss-Bauer2x22BR,2BA$1.60
1616 Independence St, Unit Main Level1616 Independence St2BR,1BA$1.42
Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousingActive Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS)2BR,1BA$1.30
River Garden on St. Andrew2 Bedroom Apartments2BR,2BA$1.63
Bienville Basin Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.27
727 Ursulines Ave, Unit 6727 Ursulines Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
Forest Park Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.32
The Strand Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.68
Gravier Place Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.65

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mcdonough, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central New Orleans, LA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the McDonough Neighborhood in New Orleans, LA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McDonough Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in McDonough?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McDonough is under $1,296.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in McDonough?

The cheapest apartment in McDonough is Whispering Palms which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in McDonough costs $20,366.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in McDonough?

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 88 regular apartments in McDonough 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 McDonough?

Cheap apartments in McDonough have an average cost of $389 which is $19,977 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in McDonough.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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A Local Expert’s Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in New Orleans

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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

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