
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Uptown Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $500 (13 Rentals)
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7114 Freret St

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2115 Marengo St, Unit C

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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 Studio Apartments | $1,275 | $900 | $1,650 |
| University Uptown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $500 | $2,400 |
| University Uptown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,997 | $1,400 | $2,995 |
| University Uptown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,690 | $1,595 | $6,200 |
| University Uptown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,482 | $2,495 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available University Uptown Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Convent | 913 Jena Unit 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Uptown, LA
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Uptown area is the $1.44 price per square foot 400 Millaudon St Model at 400 Millaudon St, Unit 400 in the in the Audubon neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value University Uptown apartment is the 5415 Danneel St Model at 5415 Danneel St, Unit 5415 - lower unit starting at $2,995 with a $1.76 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 Millaudon St, Unit 400 | 400 Millaudon St | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 5415 Danneel St, Unit 5415 - lower unit | 5415 Danneel St | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| 2830 Palmer Ave | 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| 4422 Carondelet Street | 4422 Carondelet Street | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
| 1101 Marengo St, Unit Apt C | 1101 Marengo St | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 5714 Willow St, Unit 1st floor | 5714 Willow St | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 2115 Marengo St, Unit C | 2115 Marengo St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Convent | 913 Jena Unit 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 2420 Jena St, Unit 2420 | 2420 Jena St | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 5502 Loyola Ave, Unit 5502 | 5502 Loyola Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Uptown, New Orleans, LA
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Among cities in Louisiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Uptown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Uptown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Uptown Apartment is $2,400 at The Convent.
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