
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid-City Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $500 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mid-City area of New Orleans.


209 N Bernadotte St

130 S Hennessey St

131 N Murat St, Unit A

4001-4003 Iberville St

2831-2831 Orleans Ave

Lumina
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3318 Broadway St, Unit 303

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Blue Plate Artist Lofts

2328 Gravier St

Sacred Heart

Fountainbleau

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Cypress Manor II

132 S Broad St

4223 S Carrollton Ave

Pine Street

St. Michael
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7931 Olive St

4235 Hollygrove St

5010 Bienville St - WATER INCLUDED

2922 Gravier St

4150 D'Hemecourt St

2909-2911 Orleans Ave
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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 | $2,190 | $1,287 | $3,000 |
| Mid-City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $1,100 | $2,125 |
| Mid-City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,108 | $726 | $4,464 |
| Mid-City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,495 | $2,945 |
| Mid-City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,429 | $1,453 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 28 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 2 Beds unit found at Marquis priced from $726. 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 | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $726 |
| St. Michael | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Lumina | Perseus | Studio,1BA | $1,287 |
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Crescent Club | Residence A | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| The Preserve | Residence C | 1BR,1BA | $1,529 |
| American Can Apartments | 1LA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Parkway Apartments | Acacia | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 2424 TULANE | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1,682 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City, LA
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid-City area is the $1.52 price per square foot B1 Model at Marquis in the in the Mid-City neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Mid-City apartment is the One Bedroom Loft Model at Blue Plate Artist Lofts starting at $1,350 with a $1.38 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquis | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Blue Plate Artist Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 2424 TULANE | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| American Can Apartments | 1AF | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 4634 Orleans Ave, Unit 4634 Orleans Avenue | 4634 Orleans Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Lumina | Leo | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Parkway Apartments | Acacia Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| The Preserve | Residence C | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Crescent Club | Residence B | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| St. Michael | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
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 Blue Plate Artist Lofts which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Mid-City costs $2,545.
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 7 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 $519 which is $2,026 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mid-City.
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