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Cheapest Available Calcasieu Parish Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Calcasieu Parish, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at 600 Avenue J priced from $689. Magnolia Heights in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $702. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calcasieu Parish apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,1BA$689
Magnolia HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$702
Sulphur Springs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
Laurel Oak Villagelo11C1BR,1BA$725
Bayberrybb11BR,1BA$725
La Maison Apartments - AFFORDABLE HOUSING1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$725
Haltere at Lake Charles1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$740
Chandlerchan11C1BR,1BA$745
CelesteCe11AdC1BR,1BA$745
The Reserve at Power Place1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$749

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calcasieu Parish, LA

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calcasieu Parish area is the $1.00 price per square foot Balcony Apartment Model at 155 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Calcasieu Parish apartment is the Office/Storage Space Model at Muller's Lofts starting at $1,000 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calcasieu Parish apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
155 Dr. Michael Debakey DriveBalcony Apartment2BR,2.5BA$1.00
Muller's LoftsOffice/Storage SpaceStudio ,$0.89
Benoit Townhomes2BR/2BA townhomes2BR,2BA$0.83
Vineyards at Iowa1 BR Unit1BR,1BA$1.03
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,1BA$0.93
Chandlerchan11R1BR,1BA$1.08
The Reserve at Power Place1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.04
Haltere at Lake Charles1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.06
La Maison Apartments - AFFORDABLE HOUSING1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.05
Laurel Oak Villagelo11C1BR,1BA$1.08

Frequently Asked Questions about Calcasieu Parish

What type of rentals are currently available in Calcasieu Parish?

There are currently 185 Apartments for Rent in Calcasieu Parish, LA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $7,500. There are also 91 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calcasieu Parish ranging from $675 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Calcasieu Parish?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Calcasieu Parish ranges from $675 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,949.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Calcasieu Parish?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Calcasieu Parish range from $830 to $2,346, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,021.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.