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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private patios or balconies
  • Grilling stations
  • Playground
  • Gated community
  • Resort style living
  • Wooded environment

Location

2100 Sawmill Rd, River Ridge, LA 70123, USA
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Management

Sawmill Creek

Leasing office

(504) 608-0568

Property Overview

Sawmill Creek is a highly rated community with an overall expert score of 8.5/10, highlighted by exceptional value for money (10/10 price rating) and strong amenities and location (both 9/10). Residents can enjoy a resort-style atmosphere in a wooded, gated setting with private patios or balconies, grilling stations, and a playground, plus convenient access to grocery shopping a short drive away. The property is also well-suited for pet owners, with multiple nearby pet hospitals, supply stores, and grooming services, and offers a transparent description supported by a 7/10 trustworthiness rating.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Sawmill Creek is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sawmill 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath626+ sqft$1,000–$1,790 /mo8 units available
2x22 bed2 bath1,075 sqft$1,190–$2,030 /mo9 units available
2x2.52 bed2.5 bath1,236+ sqft$1,685–$2,800 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for Sawmill Creek

Apartment Amenities

CarpetGranite Countertops
Intrusion AlarmNew Cabinetry
Parking Lot View

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

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
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Building details

Property details

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About Sawmill Creek

Home Sawmill Creek

Sawmill Creek, has five apartment home styles, superior in size, showcasing contemporary amenities and ultimate living space. Our distinctive one and two bedroom apartments feature both town homes and garden style flats. Please take a moment to view our floor plans for a description of our full amenity package which includes a full washer and dryer in all apartments at this River Ridge, LA apartment community. Sawmill Creek Apartments in River Ridge, LA are just minutes away from both the New Orleans and Metairie Central Business Districts, also conveniently located near the Huey P. Long Bridge. This superior location places you in close proximity to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Our caring staff is dedicated to your comfort. We do our very best to provide a quality living experience emphasized by resident services and the best apartment homes in the New Orleans area. At Sawmill Creek your own private wooded environment beckons you home to resort style living. Enchanting pools, grilling stations and a newly constructed outdoor fitness facility and playground promote an active lifestyle. Once you come inside our gated community, you are welcomed by serene environment showcasing natural beauty. If you are looking for an apartment for rent in River Ridge, come experience the warm, inviting atmosphere created by wood burning fireplaces, vaulted ceilings and private patios or balconies. Here in River Ridge, Sawmill Creek has some of the largest floor plans in a great area to live. Corporate Apartments Available! Pet Policy: 1 Pet (less than 20 pounds full-grown); 1 Pet (21 - 40 pounds full-grown); 1 Pet (41 - 60 pounds full-grown); 2 Pets (Maximum total weight, of both pets combined, 60 pounds full grown). See website for a list of breed restrictions and fees. Liability Waiver Fee: $20/month


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Sawmill Creek is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sawmill 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 Sawmill 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.
Sawmill 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·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.
Sawmill Creek goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Sawmill Creek 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.
Sawmill 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 Sawmill 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.
Sawmill 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.

Sawmill Creek is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals 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 Sawmill Creek compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 102 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in River Ridge

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% lower than 1-bedrooms in River Ridge.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Sawmill Creek to be 3% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in River Ridge.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
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$1,255
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near Sawmill 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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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around River Ridge near 2100 Sawmill 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
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 2100 Sawmill Rd, River Ridge

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute 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

0/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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