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property at 3332 Carver Rd

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Lake CharlesLA70615

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935 Tallow Rd

Lake CharlesLA70607

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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 Arbours at Lake Charles priced from $235. Capstone at the Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calcasieu Parish apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbours at Lake Charles1 bed x 1 bath1BR,1BA$235
Capstone at the OaksOne Bed1BR,1BA$640
Magnolia HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$656
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,2BA$689
Bayberrybb11BR,1BA$725
Haltere at Lake Charles1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$740
Chandlerchan11C1BR,1BA$745
CelesteCe11AdC1BR,1BA$745
26 Hundred ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$750
Le Jolliet2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$760

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calcasieu Parish, LA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calcasieu Parish area is the $0.83 price per square foot Balcony Apartment Model at 155 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Calcasieu Parish apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Le Jolliet starting at $874 with a $0.78 price per square foot . 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$0.83
Le Jolliet3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.78
Arbours at Lake Charles2 bed x 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.94
Prien Lake Reserve2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.96
268 Soileau Ln, Unit 12268 Soileau Ln2BR,1BA$0.93
The Phoenix Apartments2 x 1.52BR,1.5BA$0.87
Laurel Oak Villagelo21C2BR,1BA$0.94
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,2BA$0.84
Capstone at the OaksOne Bed1BR,1BA$0.80
Sulphur Springs2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.02

Frequently Asked Questions about Calcasieu Parish

What type of rentals are currently available in Calcasieu Parish?

There are currently 183 Apartments for Rent in Calcasieu Parish, LA with pricing that ranges from $235 to $2,421. There are also 101 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calcasieu Parish ranging from $600 to $5,500.

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 $600 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,260.

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 $750 to $2,421, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,021.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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