Houses for Rent in Lake Charles, LA

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2 BEDS

$1,623

Country Club Cottages

5121 Bayview Pky, Lake Charles, LA 70605

Call (337) 545-2803
2 BEDS

$1,688+

3 BEDS

$1,753+

Cottages at Morganfield

3089 James Ct, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Call (337) 602-8137
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,500

5238 Ogea Rd

5238 Ogea Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$675

1814 Bilbo St

1814 Bilbo St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,600

4110 Auburn St

4110 Auburn St, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Call (337) 794-1783
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,100

5859 Tom Hebert Rd

5859 Tom Hebert Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Call (337) 540-2047
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,500

4308 Cabot Dr

4308 Cabot Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Call (337) 317-0390
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,400

3708 Nelson Rd

3708 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$800

735 Fall St

735 Fall St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,600

1815 Memory Ln

1815 Memory Ln, Lake Charles, LA 70605
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$1,600

5017 S Prien Lake Rd

5017 S Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$950

912 17th St

912 17th St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,100

3139 Crest Ln

3139 Crest Ln, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,095

1405 Cactus Dr

1405 Cactus Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70607
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,500

615 Cleveland St

615 Cleveland St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,200

3741 Barn Owl Dr

3741 Barn Owl Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70615
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,800

3438 Nautical Dr

3438 Nautical Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70615
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,988

1919 Calvin Ct

1919 Calvin Ct, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,200

2403 Elaine St

2403 Elaine St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,400

417 E Claude St

417 E Claude St, Lake Charles, LA 70605
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,100

3764 Red Tailed Hawk Dr

3764 Red Tailed Hawk Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70615
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,200

1501 Meadow Dr

1501 Meadow Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,695

1725 Drost St

1725 Drost St, Sulphur, LA 70663
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,050

33 Eucalyptus St

33 Eucalyptus St, Sulphur, LA 70663
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$169,900

178 Wallace Moore Rd

178 Wallace Moore Rd, Sulphur, LA 70665
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$895

929 John Stine Rd

929 John Stine Rd, Westlake, LA 70669
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,200

1040 Edwards Rd

1040 Edwards Rd, Sulphur, LA 70663
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$6,000

7230 Pirates Cove

7230 Pirates Cove, Sulphur, LA 70665
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$950

603 Gulf St

603 Gulf St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
1 BED, 1 BATH

$725

518 E McNeese St

518 E McNeese St, Lake Charles, LA 70605
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$800

925 Gulf St

925 Gulf St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,000

125 East St

125 East St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$985

2218 Rose St

2218 Rose St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$975

1090 Clark Rd

1090 Clark Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70611
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$900

8543 Gulf Hwy

8543 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$900

8542 Gulf Hwy

8542 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$900

8557 Gulf Hwy

8557 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$900

8527 Gulf Hwy

8527 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,000

1812 Ethel St

1812 Ethel St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$900

8544 Gulf Hwy

8544 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$900

8526 Gulf Hwy

8526 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$900

8519 Gulf Hwy

8519 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA 70607

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Living & Renting in Lake Charles

Lake Charles at a Glance

Average Rent

$946

(All bedrooms and property types)

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Average Rent in Lake Charles

School Rating

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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Lake Charles, LA Houses for Rent

Lake Charles offers apartments for rent along the Calcasieu River, between Lake Charles and Prien Lake in southwestern Louisiana. This waterfront city balances industrial development with entertainment, featuring both petrochemical refineries and waterfront casinos. Apartment seekers will find rental costs below the state average, with one-bedroom apartments typically renting for around $930 per month.

The Lake Area provides easy access to both outdoor recreation and city amenities. Apartments are available throughout Lake Charles' established neighborhoods, including those near the Calcasieu Ship Channel and downtown district. The city hosts year-round events like the Louisiana Pirate Festival and features multiple museums celebrating the region's history. Home to McNeese State University and continuing to rebuild following recent hurricanes, Lake Charles maintains its position as a key industrial and cultural center in Louisiana.

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 510 Sq Ft $745 / mo
1 Bedroom 725 Sq Ft $946 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,002 Sq Ft $1,153 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,217 Sq Ft $1,319 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,412 Sq Ft $1,155 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Lake Charles

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Sunset Court 647 Sq Ft $760/mo
Villages of Lake Charles 740 Sq Ft $789/mo
Downtown Lake Charles 780 Sq Ft $938/mo
Stillwood 757 Sq Ft $951/mo
New Land 832 Sq Ft $1,056/mo

Getting Around Lake Charles

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

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.

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Middle School Elementary School

McNeese State University

Public University

GreatSchools Rating

Alfred M. Barbe High School

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,991 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Sam Houston High School

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,216 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Lagrange High School

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

907 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Washington/Marion Magnet High School

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

587 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Moss Bluff Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

883 Students

GreatSchools Rating

S. J. Welsh Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,107 Students

GreatSchools Rating

F. K. White Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

661 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

325 Students

GreatSchools Rating

T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

300 Students

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Houses for Rent in Lake Charles, LA

Living & Renting in Lake Charles

Lake Charles at a Glance

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Lake Charles, LA Houses for Rent

Why Lake Charles?

Renting in Lake Charles

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Lake Charles

Getting Around Lake Charles

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