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Lake Charles, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lake Charles, LA

Pricing Updated: 11/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lake Charles, LA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lake Charles Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Lake Charles$1,525$70016

Cheapest Available Lake Charles Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Charles, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbours at Lake Charles priced from $235. Capstone at the Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Charles apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbours at Lake Charles1 bed x 1 bath1BR,1BA$235
Capstone at the OaksOne Bed1BR,1BA$640
Magnolia HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$656
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,2BA$689
Bayberrybb11BR,1BA$725
Haltere at Lake Charles1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$740
Chandlerchan11C1BR,1BA$745
CelesteCe11AdC1BR,1BA$745
26 Hundred ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$750
Le Jolliet2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$760

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Lake Charles apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Le Jolliet starting at $874 with a $0.78 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Charles apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
155 Dr. Michael Debakey DriveBalcony Apartment2BR,2.5BA$0.83
Le Jolliet3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.78
Arbours at Lake Charles2 bed x 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.94
Prien Lake Reserve2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.96
268 Soileau Ln, Unit 12268 Soileau Ln2BR,1BA$0.93
The Phoenix Apartments2 x 1.52BR,1.5BA$0.87
Laurel Oak Villagelo21C2BR,1BA$0.94
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,2BA$0.84
Capstone at the OaksOne Bed1BR,1BA$0.80
Magnolia HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04

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Lake Charles, LA
Population: 78,001

Ranked #446

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Charles

What type of rentals are currently available in Lake Charles?

There are currently 155 Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA with pricing that ranges from $235 to $2,421. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Charles ranging from $695 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 $695 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,706.

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 $750 to $2,421, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,021.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.