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Desire Area, New Orleans, LA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Desire Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desire Area 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,425 | $1,100 | $2,100 |
| Desire Area 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,952 | $1,150 | $4,500 |
| Desire Area 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $730 | $730 | $730 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Desire Area Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1,362 |
| Aloysius Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desire Area area is the $0.86 price per square foot 4005 Franklin Ave Model at 4005 Franklin Ave, Unit 4005 Franklin Ave in the in the Lake Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Desire Area apartment is the 1616 Independence St Model at 1616 Independence St, Unit Main Level starting at $1,700 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Dillard 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4005 Franklin Ave, Unit 4005 Franklin Ave | 4005 Franklin Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| 1616 Independence St, Unit Main Level | 1616 Independence St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Gravier Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 2003 Franklin Avenue, Unit B | 2003 Franklin Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Elysian Courtyards Of Gentilly | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 5519 Elysian Fields Ave | 5519 Elysian Fields Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Laguna Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Bern-Mas (Patriot Point of New Orleans) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Huntington Park | Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 6057 Vermillion Blvd, Unit B | 6057 Vermillion Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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There are currently 125 Apartments for Rent in Desire Area, LA with pricing that ranges from $685 to $5,504. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desire Area ranging from $730 to $4,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Desire Area ranges from $730 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,317.
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