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Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Lake Charles Neighborhood of Lake Charles, LA from $700 (9 Rentals)
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Downtown Lake Charles, Lake Charles, LA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Lake Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lake Charles 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $966 | $700 | $1,150 |
| Downtown Lake Charles 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,961 | $900 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Lake Charles 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 9 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 Studio unit found at 26 Hundred Residences priced from $650. 600 Avenue J has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $689. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lake Charles apartments for rent in Lake Charles, LA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Hundred Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 600 Avenue J | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $689 |
| Laurel Oak Village | lo11C | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lake Charles, LA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lake Charles area is the $0.83 price per square foot Balcony Apartment Model at 155 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Downtown Lake Charles apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Le Jolliet starting at $874 with a $0.78 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 | $0.83 |
| Le Jolliet | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Woodring Properties | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 600 Avenue J | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| The Wilshire Apartments | The Acadian | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1910 Alvin St, Unit A | 1910 Alvin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Chandler | chan11R | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Celeste | Ce11SPR | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Laurel Oak Village | lo11C | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 26 Hundred Residences | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.30 |
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There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lake Charles, LA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $1,450. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lake Charles ranging from $700 to $3,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Lake Charles ranges from $700 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,581.
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