
Homes for Rent in Lake Charles, LA Under $2,000 (42 Rentals)


616 Pine St

2436 Salmon St

1815 Memory Ln

4021 Nelson Rd

239 N Perkins Ferry Rd

3708 Nelson Rd

417 E Claude St

3921 Creole St

878 Link Rd, Unit B, Unit B
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1509 Sage Dr

3206 Hodges St

512 11th St

1039 13th St

4015 Nelson Rd

714 Lebleu Rd

710 Iris St, Unit 207

1032 Link Rd

5014 Desoto St, Unit C

5018 Desoto St, Unit C
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8511 Gulf Hwy

2907 Common St

6735 US-90

3322 Kingham Rd, Unit 7

3322 Kingham Rd, Unit 2

1512 Meadow Dr

8559 Gulf Hwy

1105 Hunter Dr

317 W School St, Unit A

1505 7th St
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3529 Greinwich Blvd

2465 Hwy 397

1604 Moss St

3728 Opelousas St

3728 E Opelousas St

710 Iris St, Unit 103

1035 Giovanni St, Unit 11

1623 4th St

710 Iris St, Unit 108

518 E McNeese St

1306 Continental Blvd

1656 St John Bosco St
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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 | $1,073 | $835 | $1,682 |
| Lake Charles 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,227 | $895 | $5,000 |
| Lake Charles 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,950 | $1,250 | $5,000 |
| Lake Charles 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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Prien Lake Elementary School
Alfred M. Barbe High School
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lake Charles?
There are currently 146 Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $7,500. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Charles ranging from $725 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 $725 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,495.
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 $2,380, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,021.
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