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The Lumiere

$1,320 – $1,700/mo

  • 2–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 956–1,200 sq ft
  • 11 units available
  • Pet friendly
3301 W Esplanade Ave N, Metairie, LA, 70002

As of October 13, 2026, The Lumiere in Metairie, LA has 11 apartments for rent from $1,320 to $1,700/mo. Two-bedrooms start at $1,320 and three-bedrooms at $1,700. The average asking rent has risen 5.7% since March 25, 2026, from $1,325 to $1,401.

Floor plans

3 floor plans · 11 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

B1

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 956 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,320/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
07115$1,360956Oct 26
12209$1,345956Oct 28
04068$1,320956Oct 31
10169$1,350956Oct 31
08133$1,360956Oct 31

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,009 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,425/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
20328$1,4251,009Oct 1
03051$1,4251,009Oct 31
04070$1,4251,009Oct 31
06108$1,4251,009Oct 31
02019$1,4501,009Oct 31

C1

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,200 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,700/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
19314$1,7001,200Oct 27

See all 102 units listed at The Lumiere, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Lumiere has ranged from $1,286 to $1,588. The current average is $1,401, up $76 (5.7%) from $1,325 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (159 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,403$1,105 – $1,70015
Sep 2026$1,338$1,070 – $1,70014
Aug 2026$1,385$1,070 – $1,70014
Jul 2026$1,494$1,070 – $1,72512
Jun 2026$1,454$1,070 – $1,72518
May 2026$1,460$1,050 – $1,72520
Apr 2026$1,336$1,050 – $1,70031
Mar 2026$1,320$1,100 – $1,48027

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,320 – $1,700/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 1

Monthly fees

Month-to-Month Fee

$200/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$20/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$13/mo

Renters Liability Only - Non-Compliance

$8/mo

Short Term Rental

$100/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$7/mo

Utility - Gas

$7/mo

Utility - Water/Sewer

$35/mo

Washer/Dryer Rental

$50/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$150

Application Fee

$50

Pet Fee

$300

Pet Management - Third Party

$30/yr

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$300

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the New Orleans area.

Lowest-priced apartment: B1 at $1,320

$1,953/mo

$633/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,320

  • Month-to-Month Fee

    $200

  • Pest Control Services

    $5

  • Pet Rent

    $20

  • Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

    $13

  • Renters Liability Only - Non-Compliance

    $8

  • Short Term Rental

    $100

  • Trash Services - Hauling

    $7

  • Utility - Gas

    $7

  • Utility - Water/Sewer

    $35

  • Washer/Dryer Rental

    $50

  • Electric

    est.
    Other utilities are billed by the building

    $89

  • Internet

    est.

    $79

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $20

  • All-in monthly

    $1,953

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
2 bedrooms$1,320$1,953$47,520/yr
3 bedrooms$1,700$2,370$61,200/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $47,520 a year for the $1,320 two-bedroom. The median renter household in Metairie earns $48,979 a year.

Compared with the New Orleans area

The median two-bedroom at The Lumiere asks $1,393 a month, 17% above the New Orleans area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,195. Typical asking rents across the area are down 1.3% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereNew Orleans-area asking rentMetairie rent paid
2 bedrooms$1,393$1,195$1,241
3 bedrooms$1,700—$1,743
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Metairie, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bark Park

  • Clubhouse

  • Dishwasher

  • Fitness Center

  • Gated Access

  • Grilling Area

  • Laundry Facilities

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    4 photos

Location

3301 W Esplanade Ave N, Metairie, LA, 70002


Resident reviews

2.5
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management5.0
Maintenance5.0
Building Quality5.0
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0

This property offers a convenient location near shopping, dining, and major roads, with some residents praising responsive maintenance and friendly office staff. However, the majority of reviews report persistent infrastructure issues including A/C leaks causing mold, inadequate maintenance staffing, pest infestations, and poor insulation. Significant concerns include unfair move-out charges without documentation, limited guest parking leading to towing disputes, and inconsistent gate security. While amenities like the gym and pool are noted positively, recurring complaints about unit condition, air quality, and management accountability substantially outweigh the location benefits.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism vary significantly across time periods and individual experiences. While some residents report helpful, courteous office staff and timely maintenance responses, others describe unresponsive management, rude interactions, and poor communication regarding repairs and move-out charges. Recurring concerns include inadequate maintenance staffing, lack of documentation for charges and damage claims, and inconsistent policy enforcement around parking and guest access.

Maintenance response times are generally prompt when repairs are requested, with staff typically addressing issues same-day or next-day. However, recurring systemic problems—particularly AC unit leaks causing mold, water intrusion, and inadequate staffing levels—suggest underlying infrastructure issues that receive temporary fixes rather than permanent solutions. Residents report persistent concerns about air quality, appliance functionality, and follow-through on chronic maintenance problems.

Residents report mixed experiences with building quality. Positive reviews highlight thick wall insulation that effectively reduces noise, responsive maintenance staff, and generally clean common areas, though some note hallway carpets show age-related wear. Negative reviews cite significant structural concerns including A/C unit water leaks causing mold, inadequate insulation around balcony doors, thin walls in some areas, and insufficient maintenance staffing to address recurring issues promptly. Common complaints include malfunctioning building entry doors, non-functional security gates, and pest presence.

The property benefits from a strong location with convenient access to grocery stores, shopping, dining, and nearby attractions like Lakeside Mall and a lakeside trail. However, residents report significant concerns about parking availability, particularly limited visitor parking that may result in towing, which creates a notable access tradeoff despite the otherwise convenient neighborhood positioning.

Residents report mixed experiences with amenities and shared spaces. Positive feedback highlights a new gym, functional pool, convenient gated parking with good lighting, and accessible laundry facilities, though the washer/dryer combo units are noted as inefficient for large loads. Common concerns include inconsistent gate operation, parking lot maintenance issues, hallway carpet condition and odors, and dog waste in common areas.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Walkable

Not Bikeable


About this property

Welcome to The Lumiere, the premier choice for one, two, and three bedroom apartments in Metairie. Designed with your comfort in mind, these apartments feature amenities you simply won't find in many other communities. With on-site laundry, a lounge pool, and beautiful landscaping, as well as new Amazon package lockers, you'll feel right at home from the moment you enter this welcoming community. The Lumiere is nestled in a bustling neighborhood that balances the beauty of nature with the convenience of the city. Our thriving community offers all of the exciting perks you want in a unique locale, and as a resident of The Lumiere, you're sure to pass a good time. Stop by for a visit today!

  • Building

    Apartment · Garden
  • Total units

    335

Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Jewish Community Day School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

Causeway Head Start Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Children's Carousel

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Grace King High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.6 mi

Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies

Public · High
PublicHigh0.6 mi

Metairie Kids City Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

St. Angela Merici School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.9 mi

Children's Center for Love & Learning

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Lutheran High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.0 mi

Rainbow Pre-School & Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Contact & management