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Apartments for Rent in New Orleans, LA under $800
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    1431 St. Bernard Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70116
    1 BED $760+
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    4000 S Carrollton Ave #116, New Orleans, LA 70119
    1 BED $725+
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    3821 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $730
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    10101 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127
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    8635 Earhart Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70118
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    3708 Garden Oaks, New Orleans, LA 70114
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $409+
    2 BEDS $482+
    3 BEDS $549+
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    4650 Washington Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125
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Getting around in New Orleans, LA

6 /100
Car-Dependent
35 /100
Some Transit
27 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 6, Transit Score®: 35, Bike Score®: 27

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in New Orleans, LA last updated?

Prices and availability in New Orleans, LA were last updated on 27 Mar 2025.

What are the best apartments in New Orleans, LA?

The best apartments in New Orleans, LA are: Aloysius Apartments, The Beacon at South Market, The Julian Apartments, Bienville Basin Apartments and DH Holmes Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in New Orleans, LA?

In New Orleans 49% of the housing is rented out compared to 51% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of New Orleans’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 65% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 21% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in New Orleans, LA under $1,200

Searching for apartments for rent in New Orleans, LA under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In New Orleans, LA, where the average rent is $1,053 per month, there are 74 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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