Cheap Homes for Rent in McDonough Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $700 (37 Rentals)

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property at 1500 Clouet St

$1,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1500 Clouet St

New OrleansLA70117
property at 1016 Canal St

$976 - $1,036

Studio Rentals

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1016 Canal St

New OrleansLA70112

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property at 1353 Annette St

$1,276

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1353 Annette St

New OrleansLA70116

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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 1 Bed unit found at Gates of Oakwood priced from $750. 1900 Esplanade Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable McDonough apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gates of Oakwood1x1 B1BR,1BA$750
1900 Esplanade AveStudioStudio,1BA$800
Whispering PalmsStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$850
200 CarondeletStudio-csc-mktStudio,1BA$875
Forest Park Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$932
1300 OCH at H3C ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$934
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,059
The Pythian Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,068
The GeorgianStudioStudio,1BA$1,130

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDonough, LA

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the McDonough area is the $0.75 price per square foot 614 Fourth St Model at 614 Fourth St, Unit 614 in the in the Irish Channel neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value McDonough apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Pythian Apartments starting at $2,062 with a $1.21 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.
614 Fourth St, Unit 614614 Fourth St3BR,1BA$0.75
The Pythian Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.21
1014 Washington Avenue, Unit 1014 Washington Avenue1014 Washington Avenue2BR,2BA$1.40
Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousingActive Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS)2BR,1BA$1.30
Bienville Basin Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.14
1502 Piety St, Unit 15021502 Piety St2BR,1BA$0.97
Moss-Bauer1x11BR,1BA$1.60
Gates of Oakwood1x1.5 WDC1BR,1.5BA$1.32
Forest Park Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49
1900 Esplanade AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mcdonough, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about McDonough

What type of rentals are currently available in McDonough?

There are currently 874 Apartments for Rent in McDonough, LA with pricing that ranges from $246 to $16,676. There are also 217 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McDonough ranging from $750 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McDonough?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McDonough ranges from $750 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,508.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McDonough?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McDonough range from $1,155 to $11,514, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.

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.

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

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.