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Highlights

  • Swimming pool
  • Private patio
  • Stunning views
  • Shared laundry facility
  • Beautiful surroundings
  • Water and trash services

Location

1540 Chickasaw Ave, Metairie, LA 70005, USA
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Management

Lake Avenue Suites

Leasing office

(504) 617-2813

Property Overview

1540 Chickasaw Avenue earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, reflecting excellent value, a rich feature set, and convenient access to nearby essentials. It also offers notable conveniences like a swimming pool, private patio, shared laundry, water and trash services, beautiful surroundings, and stunning views, with the added benefit of grocery and public transit being just 0 miles away.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1540 Chickasaw Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1540 Chickasaw Avenue 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

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath570 sqft$915 /mo2 units availableDiscover comfortable lakefront living at 1540 Chickasaw Avenue in Metairie, LA. This second-floor 1 bed/1 bath apartment offers a private balcony with views of the water, and a community swimming pool for relaxation. Water and trash utilities are included, and shared laundry facilities are available on-site. Well-situated for easy access to local conveniences, this residence combines practical amenities with pleasant waterfront surroundings.

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Amenities for 1540 Chickasaw Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
One Bed + One BathPrivate Balcony
Utilities IncludedWater and Trash Included

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
Garbage DisposalMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

1st Floor UnitOnsite Laundry
Shared Laundry

Grounds

Swimming Pool

Other

Pet Friendly
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 1540 Chickasaw Avenue

HomeApartments in Metairie 1540 Chickasaw Avenue

Discover comfortable lakefront living at 1540 Chickasaw Avenue in Metairie, LA. This second-floor 1 bed/1 bath apartment offers a private balcony with views of the water, and a community swimming pool for relaxation. Water and trash utilities are included, and shared laundry facilities are available on-site. Well-situated for easy access to local conveniences, this residence combines practical amenities with pleasant waterfront surroundings.


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, 1540 Chickasaw Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1540 Chickasaw Avenue 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 1540 Chickasaw Avenue
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.
1540 Chickasaw Avenue 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.
1540 Chickasaw Avenue 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, 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.
1540 Chickasaw Avenue 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 1540 Chickasaw Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 1540 Chickasaw Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 2 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Metairie

1-bedroom apartments at 1540 Chickasaw Avenue cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Metairie.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Metairie
A table of studio rental data trends in Metairie
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,100
December 2024$1,091
January 2025$1,459
February 2025$989
March 2025$892
April 2025$891
May 2025$874
June 2025$852
July 2025$885
August 2025$883
September 2025$856
October 2025$871
November 2025$854
December 2025$841
January 2026$855
February 2026$876
March 2026$874
April 2026$950
May 2026$970
June 2026$1,005
July 2026$1,022
August 2026$999
September 2026$951

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $915.
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Schools near 1540 Chickasaw Avenue

Marie B. Riviere Elementary School

1564 lake ave

metairie, LA, 70005

PK, K-5Public
B-

Riverside Alternative High School

3225 river rd

bridge city, LA, 70094

1-12Public

Ralph J Bunche Elementary

8101 simon st

metairie, LA, 70003

PK, K-5Public
B-

Ruppel Academie Francaise

815 huey p long ave

gretna, LA, 70053

PK, K-6Public
A

Arlene Meraux Elementary School

4004 paris rd

chalmette, LA, 70043

PK, K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Metairie near 1540 Chickasaw Ave

Walking

0/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1540 Chickasaw Ave, Metairie

Groceries

3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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