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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

5801 Walnut Creek Rd, River Ridge, LA 70123, USA
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Willow Creek

Leasing office

(504) 517-7784

Property Overview

Willow Creek features beautifully landscaped paths and has received a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8 out of 10, indicating it is a compelling choice for renters. With a competitive price rating of 10 and an amenities rating also at 10, it offers significant value alongside an excellent standard of living. The location, scoring 9, provides easy access to public transportation and essential services, while its trustworthiness rating of 7 highlights a transparent approach to property management.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x1A1 bed1 bath672+ sqft$1,085–$1,850 /mo4 units available
1x1C1 bed1 bath783 sqft$1,120–$1,765 /mo2 units available
1x1B1 bed1 bath730 sqft$1,195–$1,850 /mo1 unit available
2x22 bed2 bath1,064 sqft$1,320–$1,980 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Willow Creek

Apartment Amenities

CarpetGranite Countertops
New CabinetryParking Lot View
SunroomView

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
New AppliancesWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units162
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About Willow Creek

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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 Good
With 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.
How we rated Willow Creek
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:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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
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

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in River Ridge

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 12% lower than 1-bedrooms in River Ridge.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Willow Creek to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in River Ridge.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
River Ridge
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in River Ridge
MonthMedian 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$1,290

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 5801 Walnut Creek Rd?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$44,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,120.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Willow Creek

Harahan Elementary School

6723 jefferson hwy

harahan, LA, 70123

PK, K-8Public
B

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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