
Homes for Rent in Lake Charles, LA (59 Rentals)


116 N Bilbo St, Unit 116A

5014 Desoto St, Unit A

4108 Auburn St, Unit B

710 Iris St, Unit 106

710 Iris St, Unit 203

710 Iris St, Unit 302

710 Iris St, Unit 108

5014 Desoto St, Unit C

1035 Giovanni St, Unit 11
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5018 Desoto St, Unit C

317 W School St, Unit A

1035 Giovanni St, Unit 8

5018 Desoto St, Unit D

515 Division St

3728 Opelousas St

915 N Blake St

1418 Thompson Rd

2701 Cline St

518 E McNeese St
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2709 Cline St

603 Fall St

3728 E Opelousas St

2405 9th St

1028 Alamo St

1604 Moss St

2465 Hwy 397

3803 Common St

3807 Kirkman St

8559 Gulf Hwy
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6735 US-90

8511 Gulf Hwy

1509 Sage Dr

1032 Link Rd

4015 Nelson Rd

2907 Common St

2722 Ryan Rd

3708 Nelson Rd

930 Azalea St

2116 Creole St

725 Bienville St

3206 Louisiana Ave

2436 Salmon St

4021 Nelson Rd

550 Dewey Rd

4906 Common St

3809 Common St

127 Kathy Rd

3291 Copper Rdg Dr

4607 W Prien Lake Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,001 | $700 | $1,682 |
| Lake Charles 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,109 | $750 | $5,000 |
| Lake Charles 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,399 | $1,195 | $4,250 |
| Lake Charles 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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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 type of rentals are currently available in Lake Charles?
There are currently 153 Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $7,500. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Charles ranging from $700 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake Charles?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake Charles ranges from $700 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,346.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lake Charles?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lake Charles range from $830 to $2,722, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,021.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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.