Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $700 (20 Rentals)

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Angele Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Angele Apartments

1250 Lake AveMetairie, LA 70005
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C & R Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

C & R Apartments

1201 Lake AveMetairie, LA 70005
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Hampton Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Court

1168 Lake AveMetairie, LA 70005
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Lakewood
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood

1229-1249 Lake AveMetairie, LA 70005

West End, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of New Orleans, LA is a Studio unit found at Lake Villa priced from $824. The Local on Severn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,079. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lake VillaStudioStudio,1BA$824
The Local on SevernA11BR,1BA$1,079
Magnolia Ridge ApartmentsA-41BR,1BA$1,095
6564 Fleur De Lis DrOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Esplanade at City ParkNAPOLEONStudio,1BA$1,152

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, LA

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.22 price per square foot Luxury 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Model at Wilshire Heights in the in the Lake Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,865. The second greatest value West End apartment is the C1-3B Model at Magnolia Ridge Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wilshire HeightsLuxury 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths3BR,2BA$1.22
Magnolia Ridge ApartmentsC1-3B3BR,3BA$1.89
Marina Vista ApartmentsThe Shell2BR,2BA$1.45
Chateau Lake TerraceB12BR,1BA$1.75
704 Orion Ave, Unit A704 Orion Ave2BR,1BA$1.81
315 Ash St, Unit 15315 Ash St1BR,1BA$1.03
The Local on SevernA21BR,1BA$2.02
6564 Fleur De Lis DrOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83
Esplanade at City ParkCONTIStudio ,1BA$2.30
Lake VillaStudioStudio ,1BA$2.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West End, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in New Orleans, LA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for West New Orleans, LA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the West End Neighborhood in New Orleans, LA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Lake Villa listed at $824.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $1,079 at The Local on Severn.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $1,508 at Chateau Lake Terrace.

What is the most affordable West End Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wilshire Heights and starts from $1,790.

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