Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St Bernard Area New Orleans, LA from $400 (53 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 2523 Law St

$1,100

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$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2523 Law St

New OrleansLA70117

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property at 2537 Jasmine St

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2537 Jasmine St

New OrleansLA70122
property at 5643 Charles Pl

$1,350

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$1,350

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5643 Charles Pl

New OrleansLA70124
property at 3622 Buchanan St

$1,400

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$1,400

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3622 Buchanan St

New OrleansLA70122

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Sacred Heart
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sacred Heart

3222 Canal StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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St. Peter Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Peter Apartments

2630 St Peter StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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Fountainbleau
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountainbleau

4040 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70119
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X-Midcity Lofts-ILofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

X-Midcity Lofts-ILofts

635 N Scott StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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Palmetto Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Apartments

3980 Cambronne StNew Orleans, LA 70118
property at 2507 Jonquil St

$900

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$900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2507 Jonquil St

New OrleansLA70122

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4223 S Carrollton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4223 S Carrollton Ave

4223 S Carrollton AveNew Orleans, LA 70119
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2900-2902 Aubry St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2900-2902 Aubry St

2900-2902 Aubry StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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property at 844 Roosevelt Pl

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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844 Roosevelt Pl

New OrleansLA70119
property at 1353 Annette St

$1,276

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$1,276

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$1,276

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1353 Annette St

New OrleansLA70116
property at 2435 George Nick Connor Dr

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2435 George Nick Connor Dr

New OrleansLA70119

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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St Bernard Area, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available St Bernard Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the St Bernard Area area of New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arts Senior Apartments priced from $788. 1900 Esplanade Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable St Bernard Area apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arts Senior Apartments1a1t1BR,1BA$788
1900 Esplanade AveStudioStudio,1BA$800
Elysian ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$975
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
Chateau Lake TerraceA21BR,1BA$1,192
Esplanade at City ParkNAPOLEONStudio,1BA$1,199
LuminaPerseusStudio,1BA$1,429
The PreserveResidence C1BR,1BA$1,432
American Can Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Bernard Area, LA

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Bernard Area area is the $0.71 price per square foot 3314 Touro St Model at 3314 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro in the in the City Park neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value St Bernard Area apartment is the 3000 Saint Roch Ave Model at 3000 Saint Roch Ave starting at $1,950 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Lake Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Bernard Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3314 Touro St, Unit 3314 touro3314 Touro St2BR,1BA$0.71
3000 Saint Roch Ave3000 Saint Roch Ave3BR,2BA$1.30
2680 Myrtle St2680 Myrtle St3BR,3BA$1.44
1908 Esplanade Ave, Unit 19081908 Esplanade Ave2BR,2BA$1.89
2549 Saint Peter St, Unit 25512549 Saint Peter St2BR,1BA$1.78
2483 Verbena St, Unit 24832483 Verbena St2BR,1BA$1.59
Arts Senior Apartments1a1t1BR,1BA$1.21
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
1900 Esplanade AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.60
Elysian ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$2.29

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St Bernard Area, New Orleans, LA

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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St Bernard Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St Bernard Area?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St Bernard Area is at 1900 Esplanade Ave listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St Bernard Area Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St Bernard Area Apartment is $788 at Arts Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St Bernard Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St Bernard Area is starting from $1,699 at Esplanade at City Park.

What is the most affordable St Bernard Area Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap St Bernard Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Esplanade at City Park and starts from $2,300.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in New Orleans

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

New Orleans is known as The Big Easy, but it's not always easy on the wallet! It's a city built around attracting tourists, so naturally everything is going to be on the pricey side.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.