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2701 Cline St

14590 US-165

2709 Cline St

1850 Marshall Frank Dr

174 Gilman Hall Rd
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1303 LA-26

820 Raymond St

3728 E Opelousas St

2465 Hwy 397

1602 Moss St

101 E White St
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1032 N Railroad Ave

397 6th St

110 Mona Edward St

422 Ann Dr

2907 Common St

616 E 11th St
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208 W Jefferson St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Elton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $978 | $700 | $1,350 |
| Elton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,529 | $750 | $3,850 |
| Elton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,343 | $1,100 | $5,000 |
| Elton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Elton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elton, 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 Elton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 600 Avenue J | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $689 |
| Magnolia Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $702 |
| Bayberry | bb1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| La Maison Apartments - AFFORDABLE HOUSING | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Haltere at Lake Charles | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elton, LA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elton area is the $0.89 price per square foot Office/Storage Space Model at Muller's Lofts in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Elton apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cyrus Homes= Income Restricted starting at $1,043 with a $0.95 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muller's Lofts | Office/Storage Space | Studio , | $0.89 |
| Cyrus Homes= Income Restricted | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Laurel Oak Village | lo22C | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Vineyards at Iowa | 1 BR Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 600 Avenue J | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Prosper Northgate | NG 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Peaks of Opelousas - Senior Housing Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Reserve at Power Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Haltere at Lake Charles | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| La Maison Apartments - AFFORDABLE HOUSING | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elton
What type of rentals are currently available in Elton?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Elton, LA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $7,500. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elton ranging from $525 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elton ranges from $525 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,615.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elton range from $830 to $2,346, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,021.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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

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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.