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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fireplaces
  • Sunrooms
  • Full-size washer and dryers
  • Tennis/pickleball court
  • Convenient suburban location
  • Beautiful lush landscaping

Location

5245 Citrus Blvd, River Ridge, LA 70123, USA
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Citrus Creek East

Leasing office

(504) 230-6342

Property Overview

Citrus Creek East presents an impressive overall rating of 8.3, indicating it is an excellent choice for renters, bolstered by its outstanding amenities and prime suburban location, both rated 9 out of 10. Notable features include fireplaces, sunrooms, and a tennis/pickleball court, contributing to a high quality of living, while the property’s pet-friendly environment adds further appeal. The competitive pricing rated at 9 out of 10, coupled with transparent management practices, enhances its attractiveness for potential residents.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Citrus Creek East is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Citrus Creek East 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
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x1UA1 bed1 bath851 sqft$1,180–$2,080 /mo2 units available
1x1UF1 bed1 bath928 sqft$1,200–$2,040 /mo1 unit available
1x1UD1 bed1 bath899 sqft$1,205–$2,050 /mo2 units available
1x1C1 bed1 bath899 sqft$1,225–$2,135 /mo2 units available
1x1A1 bed1 bath851 sqft$1,260–$2,140 /mo1 unit available
1x1UB1 bed1 bath862 sqft$1,280–$2,175 /mo1 unit available
2x2UD2 bed2 bath1,130 sqft$1,445–$2,460 /mo1 unit available
2x2UC2 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$1,445–$2,460 /mo1 unit available
2x2UA2 bed2 bath1,052 sqft$1,455–$2,475 /mo1 unit available
2x2A2 bed2 bath1,052 sqft$1,590–$2,705 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Citrus Creek East

Apartment Amenities

CarpetFountain View
Granite CountertopsNew Cabinetry
Parking Lot ViewSunroom
Tennis Court ViewView

Appliances

Appliance Upgrade

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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Citrus Creek East

Home Citrus Creek East

Citrus Creek East is a River Ridge, LA apartment community nestled among beautiful lush landscaping, cascading fountains, and creeks. Our on-site fitness center includes elliptical machines, treadmills, stationary bikes, weight stations, and more. Our unique recreation center includes a theater room for entertaining. Enjoy a walk or jog around on our 3/4 mile exercise path with custom-designed circuit training stations or a match on tennis/pickleball court. Our apartments in River Ridge, LA offer easy access to Elmwood Business Park, Earhart Expressway, Huey P. Long, Mississippi River Bridge, and the New Orleans Central Business District, as well as shopping and recreation. At Citrus Creek East, you will get a beautiful, gated apartment home community in a great suburban location. We offer you the most wanted features including full-size washer and dryers, split-level floor plans,sunrooms, fireplaces, and garages with remote control access. If you are looking for an apartment for rent in River Ridge, let our professional staff show you how carefree luxury living can be. And with a country setting in a convenient suburban location, Citrus Creek East offers the most desirable features available. CORPORATE APARTMENTS AVAILABLE. 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). For fees and a list of restricted breeds, see our website.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Citrus Creek East is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Citrus Creek East 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 Citrus Creek East
Price·9A 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.
Citrus Creek East stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Citrus Creek East 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, Citrus Creek East 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.
Citrus Creek East 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 Citrus Creek East 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.
Citrus Creek East 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.

Citrus Creek East is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 Citrus Creek East compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
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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 3% higher than 1-bedrooms in River Ridge.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Citrus Creek East to be 4% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in River Ridge.

Median rents as of Mar 28 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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,205.
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Schools near Citrus Creek East

Harahan Elementary School

6723 jefferson hwy

harahan, LA, 70123

PK, K-8Public
B

Ralph J Bunche Elementary

8101 simon st

metairie, LA, 70003

PK, K-5Public
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 5245 Citrus Blvd

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Points of interest for 5245 Citrus Blvd, River Ridge

Groceries

8/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also some specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

6/10
The closest café is within a 5-minute walk, and there are some other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

6/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.

Primary schools

2/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

High schools

1/10
There are no high schools within a 30-minute walk.

Parks

3/10
Very few or no parks in the area.

Nightlife

4/10
The closest bar is within a 5-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.

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