Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayou St. John Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $500 (49 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Bayou St. John area of New Orleans.

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Sacred Heart
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sacred Heart

3222 Canal StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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St. Peter Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Peter Apartments

2630 St Peter StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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Fountainbleau
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountainbleau

4040 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70119
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X-Midcity Lofts-ILofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

X-Midcity Lofts-ILofts

635 N Scott StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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Palmetto Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Apartments

3980 Cambronne StNew Orleans, LA 70118
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Cypress Manor II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Manor II

3613 Cambronne StNew Orleans, LA 70118
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2900-2902 Aubry St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2900-2902 Aubry St

2900-2902 Aubry StNew Orleans, LA 70119
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Saratoga Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saratoga Apartments

212 Loyola AveNew Orleans, LA 70112
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Moss-Bauer
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Moss-Bauer

703 Carondelet StNew Orleans, LA 70130
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Merchant Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Merchant Lofts

201 Magazine StNew Orleans, LA 70130
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The California Building
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The California Building

1111 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70112
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Thirteen15
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Thirteen15

1315 Gravier StNew Orleans, LA 70112
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Bayou St. John, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bayou St. John Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayou St. John area of New Orleans, LA is a 2 Beds unit found at Marquis priced from $690. Marrero Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $932. Here are the most affordable Bayou St. John apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MarquisB22BR,2BA$690
Marrero Commons Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$932
Gravier Place Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,056
Marais Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,059
Esplanade at City ParkNAPOLEONStudio,1BA$1,150
The Residences at LSU HealthStudio C ADA *Call for Availability*Studio,1BA$1,275
Bienville Basin Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,301
DH Holmes Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,333
Moss-Bauer1x11BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayou St. John, LA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bayou St. John area is the $1.11 price per square foot 1131 Touro St Model at 1131 Touro St, Unit 1131 Touro St in the in the Vieux Carre neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Bayou St. John apartment is the 244 14th St Model at 244 14th St, Unit 244 14th downstairs starting at $1,600 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the City Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayou St. John apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1131 Touro St, Unit 1131 Touro St1131 Touro St2BR,2BA$1.11
244 14th St, Unit 244 14th downstairs244 14th St2BR,1BA$1.02
416 S Scott St, Unit 101416 S Scott St2BR,1BA$1.27
3437 Calhoun St, Unit 3437 Calhoun Street3437 Calhoun St3BR,2BA$1.46
Marrero Commons Apartments4 Bedroom Townhome4BR,3BA$1.66
MarquisB12BR,2BA$1.52
Bienville Basin Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.23
Elysian Courtyards Of GentillyMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.41
2549 Saint Peter St, Unit 25512549 Saint Peter St2BR,1BA$1.78
3026 Short St, Unit C3026 Short St1BR,1BA$1.36

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Bayou St. John, New Orleans, LA

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Louisiana and customized analysis for Central New Orleans, LA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Bayou St. John Neighborhood in New Orleans, LA

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

60 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayou St. John Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bayou St. John?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bayou St. John is at Esplanade at City Park listed at $1,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayou St. John Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayou St. John Apartment is $932 at Marrero Commons Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bayou St. John Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayou St. John is starting from $690 at Marquis.

What is the most affordable Bayou St. John Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bayou St. John Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marrero Commons Apartments and starts from $1,273.

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