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518 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA|French Quarter
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Property Overview
Located in a highly walkable area with nearby public transit, the property sits close to 541 restaurants, 83 parks, and 4 local event hubs within a mile. It also benefits from a diverse neighborhood, making it appealing for those who value social connection, everyday convenience, and easy access to outdoor and community amenities.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Amenities for 518 Governor Nicholls St, French Quarter
Apartment Amenities
| High Ceilings |
Other
| Ductless Heating | Two Rooms |
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 518 Governor Nicholls St
Property Status: Active This is a 60-day rental with options to extend. Office Phone: (504) 982-1115 Copyright © 2026 ROAM MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 518 Governor Nicholls St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.6 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.7 miles away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | French Quarter |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 70116 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in French Quarter
1-bedroom apartments at 518 Governor Nicholls St cost about 19% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New Orleans.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
French Quarter
New Orleans
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,542 |
| December 2024 | $1,500 |
| January 2025 | $1,540 |
| February 2025 | $1,562 |
| March 2025 | $1,540 |
| April 2025 | $1,459 |
| May 2025 | $1,505 |
| June 2025 | $1,507 |
| July 2025 | $1,503 |
| August 2025 | $1,514 |
| September 2025 | $1,542 |
| October 2025 | $1,512 |
| November 2025 | $1,453 |
| December 2025 | $1,496 |
| January 2026 | $1,455 |
| February 2026 | $1,416 |
| March 2026 | $1,380 |
| April 2026 | $1,371 |
| May 2026 | $1,382 |
| June 2026 | $1,446 |
| July 2026 | $1,446 |
| August 2026 | $1,433 |
| September 2026 | $1,405 |
| October 2026 | $1,418 |
| November 2026 | $1,445 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,762 |
| December 2024 | $1,750 |
| January 2025 | $1,725 |
| February 2025 | $1,862 |
| March 2025 | $1,805 |
| April 2025 | $1,709 |
| May 2025 | $1,795 |
| June 2025 | $1,756 |
| July 2025 | $1,660 |
| August 2025 | $1,556 |
| September 2025 | $1,513 |
| October 2025 | $1,517 |
| November 2025 | $1,445 |
| December 2025 | $1,500 |
| January 2026 | $1,511 |
| February 2026 | $1,501 |
| March 2026 | $1,454 |
| April 2026 | $1,509 |
| May 2026 | $1,496 |
| June 2026 | $1,562 |
| July 2026 | $1,612 |
| August 2026 | $1,632 |
| September 2026 | $1,637 |
| October 2026 | $1,575 |
| November 2026 | $1,638 |
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Can I afford to live at 518 Governor Nicholls St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$78,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,950.
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Schools near 518 Governor Nicholls St
Travis Hill School
1100 milton st
new orleans, LA, 70122
3-12Public
Ruppel Academie Francaise
815 huey p long ave
gretna, LA, 70053
PK, K-6Public
A
Arlene Meraux Elementary School
4004 paris rd
chalmette, LA, 70043
PK, K-5Public
B
Riverside Alternative High School
3225 river rd
bridge city, LA, 70094
1-12Public
Belle Chasse Primary School
601 f edward hebert blvd
belle chasse, LA, 70037
PK, K-1Public
Getting around New Orleans near 518 Governor Nicholls St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 518 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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