
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plum Orchard Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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Willowbrook Apartments

Patriot Point of New Orleans

Laguna Reserve

Laguna Creek

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Highrise NOLA

Chateau Lakeside

The Donald
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2 Ransom Dr

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Tara Estates
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7500 Chef Menteur Hwy

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Huntington Park

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Georgetown of New Orleans

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7700 Downman Rd

Lakeside Apartments

Cypress Parc

4408 Congress Dr

9601 Old Gentilly Rd

4450 Gawain Dr
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8620 Chef Menteur Hwy

Cindy Towers
Plum Orchard, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plum Orchard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plum Orchard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $800 | $660 | $929 |
| Plum Orchard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $760 | $1,400 |
| Plum Orchard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $1,035 | $1,310 |
| Plum Orchard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $1,441 | $1,441 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Plum Orchard Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available Plum Orchard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plum Orchard area of New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Laguna Creek priced from $740. Patriot Point of New Orleans has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $837. Here are the most affordable Plum Orchard apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Patriot Point of New Orleans | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $837 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Laguna Reserve | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $870 |
| Walnut Square | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,096 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plum Orchard, LA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plum Orchard area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Walnut Square in the in the Lake Forest East neighborhood starting from $1,096. The second greatest value Plum Orchard apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Laguna Reserve starting at $790 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Lake Forest East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plum Orchard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Square | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Laguna Reserve | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Laguna Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePlum Orchard, New Orleans, LA
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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plum Orchard Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plum Orchard?
The cheapest apartment in Plum Orchard is Laguna Creek which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in Plum Orchard costs $1,441.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plum Orchard?
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 3 regular apartments in Plum Orchard that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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