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Apartments under $1,000 for Rent in Lake Charles, LA

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  18. Building Photo - Magnolia Heights
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $702+
    2 BEDS
    $861+

    Magnolia Heights

    333 Mill St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
  25. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $975

    397 6th St

    397 6th St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
  31. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $875

    2465 Hwy 397

    2465 Hwy 397, Lake Charles, LA 70615
  32. Building Photo - 8559 Gulf Hwy
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,000

    8559 Gulf Hwy

    8559 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
  40. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $660+
    2 BEDS
    $810+

    Laurel Oak Village

    1045 Walters St, Lake Charles, LA 70607
  41. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $760+
    2 BEDS
    $875+

    Satsuma Village

    4404 Canal St, Lake Charles, LA 70605
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Living & Renting in Lake Charles

Lake Charles at a Glance

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$1,098
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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

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Education

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Alfred M. Barbe High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,991 Students
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Alfred M. Barbe High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,908 Students
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Sam Houston High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,216 Students
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Lake Charles College Prep

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
624 Students
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Moss Bluff Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
781 Students
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S. J. Welsh Middle School

Public Middle School

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

Public Middle School

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

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
265 Students

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