
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Uptown Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $700 (16 Rentals)
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3012 Delachaise St

5506 Loyola Ave, Unit 5506 Loyola Ave.

5334 Constance St

4723 Carondelet St, Unit D
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1301 Napoleon Ave

3302 Delachaise St

5511 Magazine St, Unit 1
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1584 Jefferson Ave

4119 Lasalle St, Unit Caldwell Estates

1222 Soniat St, Unit 1222 Soniat
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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 | $1,050 | $1,000 | $1,100 |
| University Uptown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $700 | $2,400 |
| University Uptown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $985 | $5,787 |
| University Uptown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $1,595 | $6,200 |
| University Uptown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,627 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Uptown Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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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 December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Uptown area is the $1.76 price per square foot 5415 Danneel St Model at 5415 Danneel St, Unit 5415 - lower unit in the in the Audubon neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value University Uptown apartment is the 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Model at 2830 Palmer Ave starting at $3,400 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the West Carrollton 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 1617 Soniat St, Unit 1617 Soniat | 1617 Soniat St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 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 |
| 4422 Carondelet Street | 4422 Carondelet Street | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
| 2115 Marengo St, Unit C | 2115 Marengo St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 5024 Magazine St, Unit D | 5024 Magazine St | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 5511 Magazine St, Unit 1 | 5511 Magazine St | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 5506 Loyola Ave, Unit 5506 Loyola Ave. | 5506 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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4.0Pet 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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