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Gretna, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gretna Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gretna, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at St. Germaine in the Oak Park neighborhood priced from $809. Whispering Palms in the Old Aurora neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gretna apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. Germaine1x11BR,1BA$809
Whispering PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Gates of Oakwood1x11BR,1BA$881
Forest Park Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$898
Westchase ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$909

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gretna, LA

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gretna area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2203 Louisiana Ave Model at 2203 Louisiana Ave, Unit 2203 in the in the West Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Gretna apartment is the Active Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS) Model at Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousing starting at $1,434 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Old Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gretna apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2203 Louisiana Ave, Unit 22032203 Louisiana Ave3BR,1BA$1.20
Village at Federal City - MilitaryHousingActive Military/Civilian(UPSTAIRS)2BR,1BA$1.30
Bienville Basin Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.28
Cedarwood2X1.52BR,1.5BA$1.26
The Gates on Manhattan2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.34
St. Germaine2x2 Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.35
Gates of Oakwood1x11BR,1BA$1.12
Baywood1x11BR,1BA$1.24
Lapalco Court2BR,1BTH2BR,1BA$1.37
Forest Park Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gretna

What type of rentals are currently available in Gretna?

There are currently 998 Apartments for Rent in Gretna, LA with pricing that ranges from $386 to $12,498. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gretna ranging from $625 to $7,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gretna?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gretna ranges from $625 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,434.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gretna?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gretna range from $1,035 to $4,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $7,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.

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