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Elton, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elton, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Northgate Apartments priced from $650. 26 Hundred Residences in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northgate Apartments1x1.51BR,1BA$650
26 Hundred ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$650
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,1BA$689
Laurel Oak Villagelo11C1BR,1BA$725
Bayberrybb11BR,1BA$725
CelesteCe11SPC1BR,1BA$735
The Wilshire ApartmentsThe Lakewood1BR,1BA$740
Chandlerchan11C1BR,1BA$745
Satsuma VillageSA11MPR1BR,1BA$760
Le Jolliet2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$760

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elton, LA and Nearby

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elton area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Le Jolliet in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $874. The second greatest value Elton apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cyrus Homes starting at $900 with a $0.82 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Le Jolliet3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.78
Cyrus Homes3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.82
Satsuma VillageSA22THR2BR,2BA$1.21
Villa WestlakeTHE SAMPSON 11BR,1BA$1.22
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,1BA$0.84
The Wilshire ApartmentsThe Acadian1BR,1BA$1.17
Chandlerchan11R1BR,1BA$1.08
CelesteCe11SPR1BR,1BA$1.18
Laurel Oak Villagelo11PR1BR,1BA$1.12
Bayberrybb11BR,1BA$1.13

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Getting Around Elton, LA

Walk Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elton is at 26 Hundred Residences listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elton Apartment is $689 at 600 Avenue J.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elton is starting from $760 at Le Jolliet.

What is the most affordable Elton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Le Jolliet and starts from $874.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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