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Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA under $1000

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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    2770 Power Center Pky, Lake Charles, LA 70607
    1 BED $969+
  • a living room with couches and a fireplace and a television
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    5020 Pecan Acres St, Lake Charles, LA 70605
    1 BED $775
    2 BEDS $849
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    4950 Weaver Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70605
    1 BED $950+
  • a small kitchen with white cabinets and a wood floor
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    2200 Bancroft St, Lake Charles, LA 70607
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $950
  • A living room with a blue couch and a wooden coffee table.
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    2130 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605
    STUDIO $900
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  • A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden floor, and a television on the wall.
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    401 Division St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    1 BED $949+
  • A playground with a blue slide and orange and green play structures.
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    1121 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stove top oven.
    1 day ago

    475 North Perkins Ferry Road, Moss Bluff, LA 70611
    2 BEDS $975

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    700 Henning Dr, Sulphur, LA 70663
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Getting around in Lake Charles, LA

6 /100
Car-Dependent
32 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 6, Bike Score®: 32

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Lake Charles, LA last updated?

Prices and availability in Lake Charles, LA were last updated on 20 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Lake Charles, LA?

The best apartments in Lake Charles, LA are: The Legacy at Lake Charles, Encore At Power Center, The Oasis at Southpark, Country Club Cottages and Pecan Acres.

What type of rental buildings are in Lake Charles, LA?

In Lake Charles, 39% of the residents are renting compared to 61% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 9% of Lake Charles’s rentals, 46% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 43% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Lake Charles, LA under $1,000

There’s more than one way to spend $1,000 on rent in Lake Charles, LA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,000 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,000 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Lake Charles, LA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 9 apartments for rent below $1,000 in Lake Charles, LA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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