When one thinks of Mardi-Gras, then inevitably think of New Orleans, Louisiana. New Orleans is a unique town for many reasons. "The Big Easy" has historically been a very prosperous city, but the city saw a decline in economy each time a flood would hurt city infrastructure and residential housing areas (we will never forget Hurricane Katrina). New Orleans still draws in people every year for Mardi-Gras, which is a major boost to the economy. The city is full of spacious Louisiana houses for rent, and many are quite inexpensive since they may require a bit of renovation. It is wise to also take a look into houses for rent in Jefferson, LA. There are many listings to browse through on Rentspeed.