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The average rent in Desire Area, New Orleans, as of June 2026, is down 1.85% compared to last month but up 43.71% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
Desire Area condo for rent in New Orleans
Studio
0 baths
$895
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$1,650
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
6h ago
St. Roch apartment for rent in New Orleans
2812 Spain St, New Orleans, LA 70122
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,275
Apartment for rent
17h ago
St. Roch house for rent in New Orleans
1312 Arts St, New Orleans, LA 70117
Fitness center | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
House for rent
1d ago
Bywater apartment for rent in New Orleans
1022 Port St, New Orleans, LA 70117
Air conditioning | Hardwood floor | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lower Ninth Ward apartment for rent in New Orleans
3 beds
2 baths
$1,880
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lower Ninth Ward apartment for rent in New Orleans
5317 N Galvez St, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$1,275
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Bywater apartment for rent in New Orleans
4120 N Rocheblave St, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
1 bath
$1,275
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17h ago
Gentilly Terrace apartment for rent in New Orleans
4023 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
$1,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
St. Roch apartment for rent in New Orleans
2325 Florida Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122
In-unit laundry | Package service | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,025
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
St. Roch house for rent in New Orleans
2308 N Johnson St, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
St. Claude apartment for rent in New Orleans
3503 Urquhart St, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$1,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Ponchartrain Park house for rent in New Orleans
3 beds
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
Ponchartrain Park apartment for rent in New Orleans
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Florida Area townhouse for rent in New Orleans
2114 Feliciana St #A, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
House for rent
Available Jun 2
5d+ ago
St. Claude house for rent in New Orleans
1904 Desire St #NA, New Orleans, LA 70117
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
$1,400
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Lower Ninth Ward apartment for rent in New Orleans
3 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
St. Claude house for rent in New Orleans
3223 Saint Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
House for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Gentilly Terrace apartment for rent in New Orleans
3 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lower Ninth Ward apartment for rent in New Orleans
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
St. Claude apartment for rent in New Orleans
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
St. Roch apartment for rent in New Orleans
2406 Saint Roch Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | Residents lounge | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
$1,600
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
St. Roch house for rent in New Orleans
1836 Marigny St, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | Storage | High ceilings
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
Available Jun 5
5d+ ago
St. Claude apartment for rent in New Orleans
1905 Montegut St, New Orleans, LA 70117
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,275
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Ponchartrain Park house for rent in New Orleans
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
$2,000
Price drop
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Desire Area apartments average around 697 sqft across all unit types. One-bedroom units typically measure about 553 sqft, while two-bedroom apartments offer more space at around 814 sqft.
Desire Area, a neighborhood in New Orleans, sees both one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments as equally common rental types, with about 2 listings available per month for each. Studios and three-bedroom units are not currently available in the rental market.
Renters seeking a neighborhood that aligns with their lifestyle and interests will find Desire Area an attractive option, particularly those who value a vibrant social life.
The area's well-developed street infrastructure, diverse neighborhood population, and balanced age distribution create a dynamic community. Frequent transit options and a focus on safety make it easy to get around and enjoy all the area has to offer. With these amenities, Desire Area is an excellent choice for renters looking to engage with their community and live an active, social lifestyle.
Studios and three-bedroom apartments have no current listings available in Desire Area. The rental market focuses primarily on one-bedroom and two-bedroom units, which each average about 2 listings per month.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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