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Pet Friendly
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5801 Walnut Creek Rd, River Ridge, LA 70123, USA
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Property Overview
Willow Creek is rated highly overall, with strong scores for price, amenities, and location, suggesting a compelling blend of value and convenience. It also stands out for its close access to public transportation, nearby school options, 17 photos for a clearer preview, a strong value-for-money ranking, pet-friendly nearby services, and beautifully landscaped paths.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1x1A | 1 bed | 1 bath | 680+ sqft | $1,030–$1,705 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| 1x1C | 1 bed | 1 bath | 783 sqft | $1,050–$1,855 /mo | 4 units available | ||
| 2x1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 938 sqft | $1,140–$1,905 /mo | 5 units available |
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Amenities for Willow Creek
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Fireplace |
| Granite Countertops | New Cabinetry |
| Parking Lot View | Sunroom |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| New Appliances | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 162 |
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About Willow Creek
You have finally found New Orleans living at its best. Willow Creek Apartments is a River Ridge, LA apartment community in The Creeks of River Ridge. It is a small community nestled within a gatehouse entrance, surrounded by majestic oak trees in lovely River Ridge. Our apartments offer an abundance of amenities including wood-burning fireplaces, washers and dryers, large oval tubs, personal intrusion alarms, plush carpeting, sunrooms with faux-wood flooring and more! Relax and take a stroll down our beautifully landscaped paths, enjoying the free-flowing creeks and fountains, or relax by the pool. Let yourself experience the best in a garden community with park-like features, located in Elmwood Business Park just minutes away from Downtown New Orleans. Conveniently located near the Huey P. Long Bridge, Earhart Expressway and Interstate-10, enjoy easy access to shopping, restaurants, work and entertainment. Our location is also ideal for individuals attending local area universities such as Tulane, Loyola, and Xavier. If you are looking for an apartment for rent in River Ridge, lease a lifestyle and rent today. Pet Policy: 1 Pet (less than 20 pounds full grown); 1 Pet (21 - 40 pounds full grown); 2 Pets (Maximum total weight, of both pets combined, 40 pounds full grown). See website for a list of breed restrictions and fees.
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Willow Creek is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Creek has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
Willow Creek offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A 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.
Willow Creek stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Willow Creek 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 Willow Creek 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.
Willow Creek 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.
Willow Creek is great 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 Willow Creek compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in River Ridge
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 18% lower than 1-bedrooms in River Ridge.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Willow Creek to be 21% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in River Ridge.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
River Ridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | $1,306 |
| March 2025 | $1,263 |
| April 2025 | $1,320 |
| May 2025 | $1,318 |
| June 2025 | $1,306 |
| July 2025 | $1,275 |
| August 2025 | $1,270 |
| September 2025 | $1,255 |
| October 2025 | $1,229 |
| November 2025 | $1,216 |
| December 2025 | $1,219 |
| January 2026 | $1,220 |
| February 2026 | $1,178 |
| March 2026 | $1,195 |
| April 2026 | $1,199 |
| May 2026 | $1,224 |
| June 2026 | $1,275 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
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Recommended income
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Schools near Willow Creek
Ralph J Bunche Elementary
8101 simon st
metairie, LA, 70003
PK, K-5Public
B-
Harahan Elementary School
6723 jefferson hwy
harahan, LA, 70123
PK, K-8Public
B
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
Frederick Douglass Community School
1400 huey p. long avenue
gretna, LA, 70053
3-8Public
C
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Getting around River Ridge near 5801 Walnut Creek Rd
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5801 Walnut Creek Rd, River Ridge
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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