
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid-City Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $555 (28 Rentals)
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130 S Hennessey St

412 S Murat St

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600 Hagan Ave, Unit 600 Hagan Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid-City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-City Studio Apartments | $1,605 | $900 | $3,000 |
| Mid-City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $1,075 | $2,086 |
| Mid-City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,004 | $841 | $3,185 |
| Mid-City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,308 | $2,745 |
| Mid-City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $932 | $2,300 |
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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 Studio unit found at St. Michael priced from $1,110. 2424 TULANE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,385. Here are the most affordable Mid-City apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Michael | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,110 |
| 2424 TULANE | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| The Crescent Club | Residence A | 1BR,1BA | $1,417 |
| Lumina | Aries | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Preserve | Residence C | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| American Can Apartments | 1LA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Marquis | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,750 |
| Parkway Apartments | Kingwood | 2BR,2BA | $2,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City, LA
As of August 23, 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 Kingwood Courtyard Model at Parkway Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $2.14 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 |
| Parkway Apartments | Kingwood Courtyard | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| American Can Apartments | 1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| The Preserve | Residence C | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Crescent Club | Residence B | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 2424 TULANE | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 600 Hagan Ave, Unit 600 Hagan Ave | 600 Hagan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Lumina | Aries | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| St. Michael | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
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 $1,385, while the average apartment in Mid-City costs $1,719.
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 9 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 $568 which is $1,151 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mid-City.
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