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1901 Lafayette St, Gretna, LA 70053, USA
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Property Overview
City Heights Garden Lane scores highly overall, with strong value for money and value per square foot, plus an excellent price rating that suggests competitive pricing for what it offers. It also stands out for its well-rated amenities, convenient location, and solid trustworthiness, making it a compelling option for renters.
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
Less expensive- More space
Floor plans
| 1x1b | 1 bed | 1 bath | 675 sqft | $960 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2x1a | 2 bed | 1 bath | 790 sqft | $1,185 /mo | 5 units available | ||
| 2x1c | 2 bed | 1 bath | 935 sqft | $1,220 /mo | 3 units available | ||
| 2x1d | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,039 sqft | $1,235 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for City Heights Garden Lane
Apartment Amenities
| Upgraded Unit | Washer/Dryer Connections |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 261 |
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About City Heights Garden Lane
City Heights Garden Lane cost $960–$1,235 per month. Located at 1901 Lafayette St, Gretna, LA 70053, USA, City Heights Garden Lane has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Gretna, renting an apartment at City Heights Garden Lane is 2% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Gretna include but are not limited to: 2000 Barracks Street
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, City Heights Garden Lane is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, City Heights Garden Lane 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.
City Heights Garden Lane 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·9A 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.
City Heights Garden Lane goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including upgraded unit. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, City Heights Garden Lane receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
City Heights Garden Lane 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 City Heights Garden Lane 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.
City Heights Garden Lane 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 City Heights Garden Lane compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 340 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Gretna
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Gretna.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at City Heights Garden Lane to be 0% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Gretna.
Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Gretna
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | $802 |
| September 2025 | $802 |
| October 2025 | $1,057 |
| November 2025 | $1,100 |
| December 2025 | $1,100 |
| May 2026 | $975 |
| June 2026 | $975 |
| July 2026 | $975 |
| August 2026 | $1,991 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1901 Lafayette St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $960.
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Schools near City Heights Garden Lane
Ruppel Academie Francaise
815 huey p long ave
gretna, LA, 70053
PK, K-6Public
A
McDonogh 26 Elementary School
1200 jefferson st
gretna, LA, 70053
PK, K-5Public
C
Frederick Douglass Community School
1400 huey p. long avenue
gretna, LA, 70053
3-8Public
C
Belle Chasse Primary School
601 f edward hebert blvd
belle chasse, LA, 70037
PK, K-1Public
Arlene Meraux Elementary School
4004 paris rd
chalmette, LA, 70043
PK, K-5Public
B
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Getting around Gretna near 1901 Lafayette St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1901 Lafayette St, Gretna
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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