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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Quiet neighborhood
- Off-street parking
- Washer/dryer hook-ups
Location
8523 Forshey St, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA|Holly Grove
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Property Overview
8523 Forshey Street offers hardwood floors, off-street parking, washer/dryer hook-ups, and a quiet neighborhood setting. It scores well overall with a 7.7 expert rating, including strong marks for location, amenities, and price, and its 12 photos plus top-tier value for money add to its appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
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Floor plans
| 8523 Forshey Street - 1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,200 /mo | Charming, 2br/1ba, Arts and Crafts bungalow, with off-street parking. All appliances including dishwasher, central air, hardwood floors, and washer/dryer hook-ups. Pets are welcome in our quiet neighborhood. Enjoy a shared, private, 100' by 100' lawn outside your backdoor! |
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About 8523 Forshey Street
Charming, 2br/1ba, Arts and Crafts bungalow, with off-street parking. All appliances including dishwasher, central air, hardwood floors, and washer/dryer hook-ups. Pets are welcome in our quiet neighborhood. Enjoy a shared, private, 100' by 100' lawn outside your backdoor!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good8523 Forshey Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 8523 Forshey Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Holly Grove. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 8523 Forshey Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
8523 Forshey Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 8523 Forshey Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
8523 Forshey Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 8523 Forshey Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Holly Grove
2-bedroom apartments at 8523 Forshey Street cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Holly Grove.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Holly Grove
New Orleans
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,443 |
| September 2024 | $1,475 |
| October 2024 | $1,500 |
| November 2024 | $1,532 |
| 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 | $1,448 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $900 |
| December 2024 | $1,106 |
| January 2025 | $1,025 |
| February 2025 | $1,000 |
| March 2025 | $1,050 |
| April 2025 | $1,100 |
| May 2025 | $1,043 |
| June 2025 | $1,047 |
| July 2025 | $1,085 |
| August 2025 | $1,045 |
| September 2025 | $1,000 |
| October 2025 | $1,007 |
| November 2025 | $1,000 |
| December 2025 | $1,006 |
| January 2026 | $1,050 |
| February 2026 | $1,064 |
| March 2026 | $1,044 |
| April 2026 | $1,081 |
| May 2026 | $1,060 |
| June 2026 | $1,005 |
| July 2026 | $1,000 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 8523 Forshey Street
Travis Hill School
1100 milton st
new orleans, LA, 70122
3-12Public
Riverside Alternative High School
3225 river rd
bridge city, LA, 70094
1-12Public
Ruppel Academie Francaise
815 huey p long ave
gretna, LA, 70053
PK, K-6Public
A
Ralph J Bunche Elementary
8101 simon st
metairie, LA, 70003
PK, K-5Public
B-
Arlene Meraux Elementary School
4004 paris rd
chalmette, LA, 70043
PK, K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood
Holly Grove | New Orleans, LA
Getting around New Orleans near 8523 Forshey St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 8523 Forshey St, New Orleans
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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