
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desire Area New Orleans, LA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans)

Huntington Park

Marais Street Apartments

3331 Allen St, Unit 3331

Gravier Place Apartments

Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly

2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit B
Desire Area, New Orleans, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desire Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Desire Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $685 | $2,900 |
Desire Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $815 | $3,400 |
Desire Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,350 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Desire Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desire Area area of New Orleans, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Laguna Creek priced from $685. Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable Desire Area apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Laguna Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
Huntington Park | Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $936 |
Marais Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,059 |
Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly | Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desire Area area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2003 Franklin Avenue Model at 2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit B in the in the Dillard neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Desire Area apartment is the 1225 Clouet St Model at 1225 Clouet St starting at $1,900 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Desire Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desire Area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit B | 2003 Franklin Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
1225 Clouet St | 1225 Clouet St | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly | Azalea -Available Soon | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
3331 Allen St, Unit 3331 | 3331 Allen St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Aloysius Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Laguna Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Gravier Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Huntington Park | Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Marais Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDesire Area, New Orleans, LA
Ranked #72
Among neighborhoods in New Orleans, LA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Desire Area Neighborhood in New Orleans, LA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Desire Area Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Desire Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Desire Area Apartment is $685 at Laguna Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Desire Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Desire Area is starting from $815 at Laguna Creek.
What is the most affordable Desire Area Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Desire Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,350.
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