
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA from $830 (30 Rentals)


Le Jolliet

The Halston Apartments

The Reserve at Power Place

2200 Bancroft St

Pecan Acres

The Manor at Lake Charles
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The Meadows

St. Charles Housing - Affordable Housing

2709 Cline St

Emerald Point Apartments

The Park at Winterhalter

The Oaks Apartments

The Cottages
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.

Country Aire MHP

Flats on Walters

8559 Gulf Hwy

Laurel Oak Village

The Phoenix Apartments

Acadian Oaks Apartments

Terrace Apartments
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Chandler

Bayberry

6735 US-90

Commons @ McNeese

Satsuma Village

8511 Gulf Hwy

Celeste
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4015 Nelson Rd

1602-1610 Kirkman St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles Studio Apartments | $1,540 | $700 | $7,500 |
| Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $595 | $2,131 |
| Lake Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $749 | $2,475 |
| Lake Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $830 | $2,237 |
| Lake Charles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $1,021 | $1,890 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Best Local Schools in Lake Charles, LA
Prien Lake Elementary School
Alfred M. Barbe High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Charles Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Charles?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Charles is Laurel Oak Village which is listed at $1,005, while the average apartment in Lake Charles costs $1,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Charles?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Lake Charles that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lake Charles?
Cheap apartments in Lake Charles have an average cost of $809 which is $666 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Charles.
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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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.