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200 W 11th
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200 W 11th

200 W 11th StLake Charles, LA 70601
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115 W Lagrange St
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115 W Lagrange St

115 W Lagrange StLake Charles, LA 70605
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4407 Gladys St
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4407 Gladys St

4407 Gladys StLake Charles, LA 70605

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2020 Elm
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2020 Elm

2020 Elm StLake Charles, LA 70601
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405 East St
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405 East St

405 East StLake Charles, LA 70601
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211 Jefferson Dr
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211 Jefferson Dr

211 Jefferson DrLake Charles, LA 70605
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2608 Church St
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2608 Church St

2608 Church StLake Charles, LA 70615
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1152 Hodges St
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1152 Hodges St

1152 Hodges StLake Charles, LA 70601
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7645-7647 Ling Rd
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7645-7647 Ling Rd

7645-7647 Ling RdLake Charles, LA 70605
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348 Pete Dartez Rd
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348 Pete Dartez Rd

348 Pete Dartez RdLake Charles, LA 70611
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101 Tousaint
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101 Tousaint

101 TousaintLake Charles, LA 70607
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1806 Knapp St
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1806 Knapp St

1806 Knapp StLake Charles, LA 70601
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Mid City Lofts
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Mid City Lofts

2701 Lake StLake Charles, LA 70601
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1001 McDonald Dr
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1001 McDonald Dr

1001 McDonald DrLake Charles, LA 70607
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Le Fleur Apartments
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Le Fleur Apartments

650 Petro Point DrLake Charles, LA 70607
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Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 14, 2026

There are currently 3 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Lake Charles, LA neighborhoods that range in price from $656 to $1,336. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lake Charles with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Lake Charles3$1,175$656

Largest Available Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake Charles, LA is found at Arbours at Bordeaux in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood and is 862 square feet priced from $848. Arbours at Lake Charles has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 862 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lake Charles:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Arbours at Bordeaux1 Bedroom862 Sq Ft$848
Arbours at Lake Charles1 bed x 1 bath862 Sq FtCall for Rates
Villa WestlakeTHE SAMPSON 1847 Sq Ft$1,250
CelesteCe11CC785 Sq Ft$775
Satsuma VillageSA11MR780 Sq Ft$760
Morningside at Gerstner Place - 55+A1765 Sq Ft$749
Haltere at Lake Charles1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom750 Sq Ft$875
The Halston Apartments1B 1B745 Sq Ft$825
600 Avenue J1BR740 Sq Ft$689
Evergreen at River OaksB2 Classic739 Sq Ft$1,195

Cheapest Available Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 14, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake Charles, LA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $656 at Magnolia Heights in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood. The second most affordable Lake Charles 1 Bedroom is the loSTC Model at Laurel Oak Village starting at $660 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lake Charles is currently $1,053. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lake Charles:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Magnolia HeightsOne Bedroom$656
Laurel Oak VillageloSTC$660
600 Avenue J1BR$689
Bayberrybb1$725
Haltere at Lake Charles1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$740
Chandlerchan11C$745
Morningside at Gerstner Place - 55+A1$749
Satsuma VillageSA11UPPR$760
CelesteCe11CC$775
The Halston Apartments1B 1B$825

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Lake Charles Overview

If you’re looking into one of the many Lake Charles, LA apartments in the area, you’ve picked a unique city. The Calcasieu River, Lake Charles and numerous bayous make it an intensely scenic city and provide plenty to see and do if you love the outdoors.

Why live in Lake Charles, LA?

Lake Charles is one of those cities that are perfect if you want a taste of city life without the population density of a major city. It can’t be overstated how stunning the sunsets can be with the reflection of multiple water sources. The coast isn’t far away if you end up needing a little beach time and you’re easily close enough to the ocean to enjoy some fantastic seafood. With a warm climate year around, it truly is a place to be proud to call home. The people of the city are known for their laid back and friendly demeanor. You shouldn’t have much trouble fitting in as a result.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lake Charles Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lake Charles Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lake Charles is $1,053.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lake Charles Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lake Charles is a 862 square feet unit starting from $848 at Arbours at Bordeaux.

What is the average size for Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lake Charles is currently 920 sq ft.

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