Melrose Apartments
100 N Melrose Ave,
Natchitoches, LA 71457
$810 - $1,090 | 1-3 Beds
Tucked away in the quiet community of Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana is a historic facility that thoroughly embodies the spirit and personality of the region’s iconic culture. Originally established as a teachers’ college, NSU was the first institution in Louisiana to offer degrees in the fields of nursing and business education. The campus culture is steeped in unique legends and traditions, from the popular stories of a ghost roaming the Old Women’s Gym to the annual Lady of the Bracelet pageant.
Northwestern State’s campus sits about a mile south of Downtown Natchitoches, between Chaplin Lake and Sibley Lake. Overlooking Bayou Amulet, Front Street anchors a charming district lined with Louisiana’s famous Spanish-style architecture house a popular collective of restaurants, bars, art galleries, and specialty shops. The area between Downtown and the main campus is mostly residential, but a few local favorites like Magee’s Patio Café and Magnolia’s Diner are close enough for you to hop over for a bite between classes.
As of June 2025, the average apartment rent in Natchitoches, LA is $604 for one bedroom, $1,066 for two bedrooms, and $938 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Natchitoches has increased by 3.1% in the past year.
1 BR
697 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$604/month
Average Rent
2 BR
968 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,066/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,020 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$938/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Public
Grades PK-5
296 Students
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School
Public
Grades 5-6
356 Students
Public
Grades 3-4
377 Students
L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School
Public
Grades PK-2
648 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
420 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
178 Students
Natchitoches Junior High School
Public
Grades 7-8
325 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
420 Students
Natchitoches Central High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,245 Students
Louisiana School For Math Science & The Arts
Public
Grades 10-12
275 Students
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