
Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA Under $1,200 (101 Rentals)


2200 Bancroft St

Prien Lake Reserve

Orleans Apartments

Beau Chene Lake Charles

Muller's Lofts

Capstone at the Oaks - 55+ Community

Parkway Commons

Pecan Acres

Benoit Townhomes
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Le Jolliet

The Reserve at Power Place

Haltere at Lake Charles

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Magnolia Heights

26 Hundred Residences

600 Avenue J

Fairview Crossing (AFFORDABLE HOUSING)
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4015 Nelson Rd

5018 Desoto St, Unit C

116 N Bilbo St, Unit 116A

5014 Desoto St, Unit C

1032 Link Rd

5921 Bennie Ln

8511 Gulf Hwy

6735 US-90

1376 Georgia Rd

1372 Georgia Rd
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910 Fall St

816 Link Rd

325A Helen St

325 Helen St, Unit A

8559 Gulf Hwy

397 6th St

3807 Kirkman St

2212 N Malcolm St

1915 Legion St

144 Arlington Dr

4108 Auburn St, Unit B

317 W School St, Unit A

2465 Hwy 397

1602 Moss St

1028 Alamo St

2405 9th St

2031 3rd St

3728 E Opelousas St

3728 Opelousas St

603 Fall 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 Under $1200 | $1,540 | $700 | $7,500 |
| Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,220 | $625 | $2,002 |
| Lake Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,501 | $749 | $2,475 |
| Lake Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,645 | $830 | $2,346 |
| Lake Charles 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,220 | $1,021 | $1,890 |
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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 Lake Charles
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lake Charles Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lake Charles ranges from $625 to $2,002 with an average monthly rent of $1,220.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Charles cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lake Charles range from $749 to $2,475. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,501.
How expensive are Lake Charles Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 63 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lake Charles on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $830 to $2,346 - averaging $1,645 for the location.
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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.

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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.