
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Uptown Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $900 (21 Rentals)
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4810 Annunciation St, Unit 4810

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Uptown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Uptown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $1,500 | $1,850 |
| University Uptown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $1,600 | $3,650 |
| University Uptown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $1,900 | $3,800 |
| University Uptown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Uptown Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Uptown, LA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Uptown area is the $0.95 price per square foot 1912 General Pershing St Model at 1912 General Pershing St, Unit Upstairs unit in the in the Irish Channel neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value University Uptown apartment is the 2227 Joseph St Model at 2227 Joseph St, Unit 2227 starting at $3,800 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Audubon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Uptown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 General Pershing St, Unit Upstairs unit | 1912 General Pershing St | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 2227 Joseph St, Unit 2227 | 2227 Joseph St | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 2035 Joseph St, Unit 2035 Joseph | 2035 Joseph St | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 2802 Calhoun St, Unit 2802 Calhoun New Orleans, La 70118 | 2802 Calhoun St | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 629 Lowerline St | 629 Lowerline St | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 4825 Perrier St, Unit 4825 Perrier ST apartment | 4825 Perrier St | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 2418 Valence St, Unit 2418 | 2418 Valence St | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 4422 Carondelet Street | 4422 Carondelet Street | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
| 4217 Danneel St, Unit 4217 Danneel | 4217 Danneel St | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 4810 Annunciation St, Unit 4810 | 4810 Annunciation St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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