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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA

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  26. Building Photo - 2426 Rose St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $750

    2426 Rose St

    2426 Rose St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
  32. Building Photo - 317 W School St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $775+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $875+

    317 W School St

    317 W School St, Lake Charles, LA 70605
  42. Building Photo - 735 Fall St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $800

    735 Fall St

    735 Fall St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
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Lake Charles at a Glance

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Lake Charles, LA Cheap Apartments for Rent

When looking for cheap apartments in Lake Charles, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Lake Charles.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 158 cheap apartments available in Lake Charles Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

Renting in Lake Charles

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Getting Around Lake Charles

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Car-Dependent

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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Somewhat Bikeable

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Minimal Transit

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Alfred M. Barbe High School

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Grades 9-12
1,991 Students
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Sam Houston High School

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Grades 9-12
1,216 Students
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Lagrange High School

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Grades 9-12
907 Students
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Washington/Marion Magnet High School

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Grades 9-12
587 Students
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Moss Bluff Middle School

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Grades 6-8
883 Students
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S. J. Welsh Middle School

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Grades 6-8
1,107 Students
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F. K. White Middle School

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Grades 6-8
661 Students
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Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School

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Grades 6-8
325 Students

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