Seventh Ward

New Orleans, LA

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Seventh Ward - New Orleans, LA Area Guide

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A charming New Orleans getaway that won’t break the bank

Urban Affordable Quaint Eclectic

Though the Seventh Ward is a bustling residential neighborhood, it’s known for being a peaceful area to put down roots. Residents appreciate its affordable housing and tree-lined streets, along with its unbeatable proximity to the French Quarter – the hub of all things New Orleans.

Though urban in population, the Seventh Ward boasts a charming suburban feel that gives its residents a peaceful reprieve from the hustle and bustle of New Orleans. Situated just off of the Mississippi River, the Seventh Ward is a prime spot to find an affordable rental in a great location.

If you’re hoping for a family-friendly vibe, then you’ll appreciate the neighborhood’s local gem, St. Augustine High School, known for its extracurricular activities. Entertainment surrounds this residential neighborhood. In just minutes, you can be exploring the New Orleans Museum of Art, catching a show at the House of Blues, or admiring the Lalaurie Mansion!

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Seventh Ward is $1,236 for one bedroom, and $1,431 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Seventh Ward has increased by 9.7% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 744 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,236/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,029 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,431/month

    Average Rent

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

50 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

70 / 100

Daily Essentials

Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk

Groceries

90 / 100

Great Restaurant Variety Nearby

Restaurants

80 / 100

Fair Café Variety Nearby

Cafes

50 / 100

Good Variety of Shops Nearby

Shopping

70 / 100

Recreation

Large Amount of Park Space Nearby

Parks

70 / 100

Good Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby

Wellness

60 / 100

Local Vibe

Vibrant Atmosphere

Vibrancy

60 / 100

Great Nightlife Variety Nearby

Nightlife

80 / 100

Very Noisy

Quiet Score

20 / 100

Reviews of Seventh Ward - New Orleans, LA

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3.7 6 Reviews

Niche User

11 years and 8 months agoNiche Review

It's has very very little diversity but the people are great and friendly. They make you feel welcomed and cared for.

Niche User

11 years and 8 months agoNiche Review

The people tend to do a lot of walking but as far as other physical activities it's rare.

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Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
  • New Orleans Botanical Garden
  • Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
  • Entergy IMAX Theatre
  • New Orleans City Park

Airports

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.