
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Park Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $600 (30 Rentals)
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Forest Isle

Skyview Terrace

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Whispering Palms

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Forest Park Apartments

3300 Garden Oaks Dr
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1565 Murl St

1565 Murl St

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Zurqui at Cypress

Riverside Retreat at Federal City

1421-1423 Numa St
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Marsailles Apartments

1418 Behrman Ave

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Gates of Oakwood

2104 Euclid St
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653 Farmington Pl, Unit B, Unit B

241 Helen St
Oak Park, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Studio Apartments | $826 | $775 | $875 |
| Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $998 | $710 | $1,305 |
| Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $925 | $1,592 |
| Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $1,030 | $1,843 |
| Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $1,835 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Park Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Park area of New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Fontaine priced from $710. Skyview Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Oak Park apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Fontaine | Bienville | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Skyview Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Cypress Run Apartments | Small | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Whispering Palms | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Gates of Oakwood | 1x1.5TH | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Belmont Village | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $897 |
| Riverside Retreat at Federal City | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,236 |
| Zurqui at Cypress | 2BR | 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| The Mayfair Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Den/Extra Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing | Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) | 2BR,1BA | $1,434 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, LA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $1.30 price per square foot Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) Model at Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing in the in the Behrman neighborhood starting from $1,434. The second greatest value Oak Park apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath, Private Patio Model at The Mayfair Apartment Homes starting at $1,356 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Old Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing | Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Mayfair Apartment Homes | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, Private Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Zurqui at Cypress | 2BR | 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Gates of Oakwood | 1x1.5WDC | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Riverside Retreat at Federal City | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Belmont Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Parc Fontaine | Bienville | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Cypress Run Apartments | Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Skyview Terrace | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Whispering Palms | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oak Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Park is under $1,434.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Park?
The cheapest apartment in Oak Park is Parc Fontaine which is listed at $710, while the average apartment in Oak Park costs $1,867.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Park?
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 11 regular apartments in Oak Park 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 Oak Park?
Cheap apartments in Oak Park have an average cost of $239 which is $1,628 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Park.
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