
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid-City Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $500 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mid-City area of New Orleans.


4721 Erato St

Sacred Heart

Fountainbleau

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Pine Street

St. Michael

3528 Audubon St

3508 Cleveland Ave

7931 Olive St
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Mid-City, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid-City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-City Studio Apartments | $1,648 | $1,455 | $1,842 |
| Mid-City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $1,350 | $3,666 |
| Mid-City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $1,300 | $2,989 |
| Mid-City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $1,375 | $2,620 |
| Mid-City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,208 | $2,545 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mid-City Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available Mid-City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid-City area of New Orleans, LA is a 3 Beds unit found at Marquis priced from $841. St. Michael has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,079. Here are the most affordable Mid-City apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquis | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $841 |
| St. Michael | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| 2922 Gravier St | 2 Bed 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Crescent Club | Residence F | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City, LA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid-City area is the $1.38 price per square foot One Bedroom Loft Model at Blue Plate Artist Lofts in the in the Mid-City neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Mid-City apartment is the Residence F Model at The Crescent Club starting at $1,409 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Mid-City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid-City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Crescent Club | Residence F | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 2424 TULANE | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Marquis | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 2922 Gravier St | 2 Bed 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 4634 Orleans Ave, Unit 4634 Orleans Avenue | 4634 Orleans Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| American Can Apartments | 1AD | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Preserve | Residence A | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Lumina | Perseus | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
| Parkway Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid-City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mid-City?
The cheapest apartment in Mid-City is 2424 TULANE which is listed at $1,347, while the average apartment in Mid-City costs $3,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mid-City?
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 14 regular apartments in Mid-City 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 Mid-City?
Cheap apartments in Mid-City have an average cost of $891 which is $2,959 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mid-City.
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