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$848 - $1,450Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 18, 2027
ERDACE APARTMENTS
600 Ryan StLake Charles, LA 70601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lake Charles Neighborhood of Lake Charles, LA from $600 (10 Rentals)
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Muller's Lofts
625 Ryan StLake Charles, LA 70601
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200 W 11th
200 W 11th StLake Charles, LA 70601
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450-480 10th St
450-480 10th StLake Charles, LA 70601
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2020 Elm
2020 Elm StLake Charles, LA 70601
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1710-1724 Ethel St
1710-1724 Ethel StLake Charles, LA 70601
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Chandler
211 Louie StLake Charles, LA 70601
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1809 Ryan Street
1809 Ryan StLake Charles, LA 70601
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212 W 11th
212 W 11th StLake Charles, LA 70601
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Lake Villa Apartments
645 15th StLake Charles, LA 70601
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Downtown Lake Charles, Lake Charles, LA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lake Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lake Charles Studio Apartments | $1,433 | $848 | $5,100 |
| Downtown Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $625 | $1,336 |
| Downtown Lake Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $861 | $1,450 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lake Charles Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lake Charles area of Lake Charles, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Magnolia Heights priced from $702. Chandler has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lake Charles apartments for rent in Lake Charles, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $702 |
| Chandler | chan11C | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Woodring Apartments I & II | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lake Charles, LA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lake Charles area is the $0.89 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Arbours at Bordeaux in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $1,135. The second greatest value Downtown Lake Charles apartment is the Office/Storage Space Model at Muller's Lofts starting at $1,000 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lake Charles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbours at Bordeaux | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Muller's Lofts | Office/Storage Space | Studio , | $0.89 |
| Woodring Apartments I & II | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Chandler | chan11R | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Magnolia Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lake Charles Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Lake Charles?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Lake Charles is under $1,005.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lake Charles?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lake Charles is Magnolia Heights which is listed at $702, while the average apartment in Downtown Lake Charles costs $1,322.
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