Cheap Homes for Rent in Gentilly Neighborhood of New Orleans, LA from $1,100 (3 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gentilly, LA

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gentilly area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2921 Mandeville St Model at 2921 Mandeville St, Unit 2921 in the in the Lake Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Gentilly apartment is the Pisces with Den Model at Lumina starting at $2,285 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Mid-City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gentilly apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2921 Mandeville St, Unit 29212921 Mandeville St3BR,1BA$1.50
LuminaPisces with Den1BR,2BA$2.26
American Can Apartments2BB2BR,2BA$2.16
5519 Elysian Fields Ave5519 Elysian Fields Ave2BR,1BA$1.35
Elysian Courtyards Of GentillyAzalea -Available Soon2BR,2BA$1.60
Chateau Lake TerraceA21BR,1BA$1.87
6057 Vermillion Blvd, Unit B6057 Vermillion Blvd1BR,1BA$1.61
Esplanade at City ParkCONTIStudio ,1BA$2.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gentilly

What type of rentals are currently available in Gentilly?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Gentilly, LA with pricing that ranges from $925 to $2,689. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gentilly ranging from $1,150 to $2,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gentilly ranges from $1,150 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,550.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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