
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Lake Forest Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $600 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Lake Forest area of New Orleans.


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West Lake Forest, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Lake Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $842 | $660 | $1,169 |
| West Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $938 | $760 | $1,219 |
| West Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $1,035 | $1,464 |
| West Lake Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $1,441 | $1,441 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Lake Forest Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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Cheapest Available West Lake Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Lake Forest area of New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Azalea Belle priced from $740. Riviere Royale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable West Lake Forest apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azalea Belle | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Riviere Royale | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Huntington Park | Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $882 |
| Walnut Square | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,091 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Lake Forest, LA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Lake Forest area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Walnut Square in the in the Lake Forest East neighborhood starting from $1,091. The second greatest value West Lake Forest apartment is the A1 MOD Model at Riviere Royale starting at $855 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Lake Forest East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Lake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Square | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Riviere Royale | A1 MOD | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Azalea Belle | A1 MOD E | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Huntington Park | Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Lake Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Lake Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Lake Forest Apartment is $740 at Azalea Belle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Lake Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Lake Forest is starting from $835 at Azalea Belle.
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