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Rent Special1 BED$1,075+2 BEDS$1,220+3 BEDS$1,560+Crescent at Country Club
1531 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605 -
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2 BEDS$1,050+3 BEDS$1,500+Orleans Apartments
2221 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601 -
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1 BED$749+2 BEDS$896+3 BEDS$1,027+4 BEDS$1,140+
The Reserve at Power Place
2301 Power Centre Pky, Lake Charles, LA 70607 -
1 BED$625+2 BEDS$749+3 BEDS$830+Fairview Crossing (AFFORDABLE HOUSING)
4249 Fifth Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70607 -
1 BED$725+2 BEDS$900+4 BEDS$1,021+La Maison Apartments - AFFORDABLE HOUSING
5001 Pecan Acres St, Lake Charles, LA 70605 -
1 BED$750+2 BEDS$900+3 BEDS$1,060+
Peppermill Apts - Keeper
2877 S Beglis Pky, Sulphur, LA 70665 -
2 BEDS$1,175+3 BEDS$1,499+
Beau Chene Lake Charles
4950 Weaver Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605 -
1 BED$978+2 BEDS$1,083+3 BEDS$1,453+
Prien Lake Reserve
2700 Ernest St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 -
2 BEDS$1,010+3 BEDS$950+
Parkway Commons Townhomes
216 Sallengs Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70611 -
1 BED$702+2 BEDS$861+Magnolia Heights
333 Mill St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 -
1 BED$749+2 BEDS$895+Morningside at Gerstner Place - 55+
3650 Gerstner Memorial Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70607 -
1 BED$745+2 BEDS$975+3 BEDS$1,125+Celeste
2960 Lake St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 -
1 BED$725+2 BEDS$895+3 BEDS$1,065+Bayberry
1515 W McNeese St, Lake Charles, LA 70605 -
2 BEDS$1,064
Commons @ McNeese
4510 Common St, Lake Charles, LA 70607 -
1 BED$745+2 BEDS$850+
Chandler
211 Louie St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 -
1 BED$760+2 BEDS$875+3 BEDS$1,095+
Satsuma Village
4404 Canal St, Lake Charles, LA 70605 -
1 BED$725+2 BEDS$810+3 BEDS$1,005+Laurel Oak Village
1045 Walters St, Lake Charles, LA 70607
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Lake Charles at a Glance
Lake Charles, LA Apartments for Rent
Lake Charles stretches along the scenic Calcasieu River in Southwest Louisiana, serving as the parish seat of Calcasieu Parish and home to McNeese State University. Known locally as the "Lake Area" due to its location on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and connecting waterways, the city offers outdoor recreation, casino entertainment, and Cajun culture. Those looking for apartments for rent in Lake Charles will find affordable options in a city that balances industrial employment opportunities with Gulf Coast charm and access to the Creole Nature Trail's wetlands and wildlife.
Renting in Lake Charles provides budget-conscious residents with competitive pricing, as one-bedroom apartments average around $974 per month and two-bedroom units average $1,161. The city's downtown district features revitalized storefronts and local dining, while the Charpentier Historic District showcases Victorian-era architecture. Apartment communities are located near Prien Lake Mall for shopping convenience, and the Lake Charles Boardwalk offers waterfront recreation. Interstate 10 runs through the city, providing easy access to Houston to the west and Baton Rouge to the east. The local economy is anchored by petrochemical industries and tourism, with annual events like the Louisiana Pirate Festival adding to the area's cultural appeal.
Why Lake Charles?
- McNeese State University was founded in 1939 and offers 83 degree programs in eight colleges.
- Lake Charles has beautiful historic sites, including City Hall and the Charpentier Historic District.
- The Charlestown Farmers’ Market features local produce, gumbo, baked goods, and arts & crafts.
- The stunning and award-winning Mallard Cove municipal golf course features 18 challenging holes.
- Built in 1912, the Central School Arts & Humanities Center offers studios, galleries, and more.
- The L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort features a spa, two pools, a lazy river, shops, a golf course, and more.
Renting in Lake Charles
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 218 Sq Ft $815 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 713 Sq Ft $1,021 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,002 Sq Ft $1,215 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,207 Sq Ft $1,352 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,377 Sq Ft $1,139 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Lake Charles
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Villages of Lake Charles 743 Sq Ft $787/mo
- Downtown Lake Charles 719 Sq Ft $1,047/mo
- Charpentier Historic District 703 Sq Ft $1,072/mo
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