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6501 Selma St, New Orleans, LA 70126, USA|Plum Orchard
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Amenities for 6501 Selma St, Plum Orchard
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Dryer |
| Has Dedicated Parking Spot | Heating |
| Washer |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 6501 Selma St
Tucked away on Selma Street, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath New Orleans home offers a peaceful retreat with plenty of room to settle in and make it your own. Warm and inviting, the home blends everyday comfort with the unmistakable character of the Crescent City—a lovely setting for quiet mornings, shared evenings, and the beginning of your next chapter.
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 6501 Selma St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 5 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Plum Orchard |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 70126 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Plum Orchard
3-bedroom apartments at 6501 Selma St cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in New Orleans.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Plum Orchard
New Orleans
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,048 |
| October 2024 | $2,050 |
| November 2024 | $1,990 |
| December 2024 | $1,937 |
| January 2025 | $1,974 |
| February 2025 | $2,000 |
| March 2025 | $1,961 |
| April 2025 | $1,993 |
| May 2025 | $2,090 |
| June 2025 | $2,112 |
| July 2025 | $2,123 |
| August 2025 | $2,137 |
| September 2025 | $2,200 |
| October 2025 | $2,142 |
| November 2025 | $2,014 |
| December 2025 | $2,021 |
| January 2026 | $2,000 |
| February 2026 | $1,980 |
| March 2026 | $1,950 |
| April 2026 | $2,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,000 |
| June 2026 | $2,075 |
| July 2026 | $2,143 |
| August 2026 | $2,120 |
| September 2026 | $2,100 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | $1,512 |
| January 2025 | $1,575 |
| February 2025 | $1,600 |
| March 2025 | $1,600 |
| April 2025 | $1,575 |
| May 2025 | $1,555 |
| June 2025 | $1,593 |
| July 2025 | $1,590 |
| August 2025 | $1,641 |
| September 2025 | $1,630 |
| October 2025 | $1,606 |
| November 2025 | $1,599 |
| December 2025 | $1,600 |
| January 2026 | $1,595 |
| February 2026 | $1,594 |
| March 2026 | $1,598 |
| April 2026 | $1,550 |
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Can I afford to live at 6501 Selma St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$72,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $72,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,800.
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Schools near 6501 Selma St
Travis Hill School
1100 milton st
new orleans, LA, 70122
3-12Public
Arlene Meraux Elementary School
4004 paris rd
chalmette, LA, 70043
PK, K-5Public
B
Ruppel Academie Francaise
815 huey p long ave
gretna, LA, 70053
PK, K-6Public
A
Belle Chasse Primary School
601 f edward hebert blvd
belle chasse, LA, 70037
PK, K-1Public
Riverside Alternative High School
3225 river rd
bridge city, LA, 70094
1-12Public
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Internet available near 6501 Selma St
Getting around New Orleans near 6501 Selma St
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 6501 Selma St, New Orleans
Groceries
5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a short drive
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