
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lake Charles Neighborhood of Lake Charles, LA from $600 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lake Charles area of Lake Charles.


Muller's Lofts

200 W 11th

450-480 10th St

2020 Elm
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1710-1724 Ethel St

Chandler

1809 Ryan Street

212 W 11th

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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 | $1,099 | $848 | $1,950 |
| Downtown Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $650 | $1,336 |
| Downtown Lake Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $805 | $1,450 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lake Charles Neighborhood of Lake Charles, LA.
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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 $656. 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 | $656 |
| Chandler | chan11C | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Muller's Lofts | 1 br / 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lake Charles, LA
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lake Charles area is the $0.89 price per square foot Balcony Apartment Model at 155 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Downtown Lake Charles apartment is the 1 br / 1 ba Model at Muller's Lofts starting at $950 with a $1.23 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive | Balcony Apartment | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Muller's Lofts | 1 br / 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Chandler | chan11C | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Magnolia Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lake Charles Apartments
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 $656, while the average apartment in Downtown Lake Charles costs $1,300.
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