Cheap Apartments for Rent in Calcasieu Parish, LA from $400 (51 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Calcasieu Parish.

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Read Article

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Read Article
close
View Me
Terrace Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Apartments

155 E Parkway DrLake Charles, LA 70605
close
View Me
1801 Lake
1 Bedroom Apartments

1801 Lake

1801 Lake StLake Charles, LA 70601
close
View Me
Madrid Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Madrid Apartments

3201 2nd AveLake Charles, LA 70601
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
115 W Lagrange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

115 W Lagrange St

115 W Lagrange StLake Charles, LA 70605

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

Read Article
close
View Me
Valley View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valley View

4401 5th AveLake Charles, LA 70607
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
4407 Gladys St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4407 Gladys St

4407 Gladys StLake Charles, LA 70605
close
View Me
200 W 11th
1 Bedroom Apartments

200 W 11th

200 W 11th StLake Charles, LA 70601
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
205 W 11th
1 Bedroom Apartments

205 W 11th

205 W 11th StLake Charles, LA 70601
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
127 East Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

127 East Street

127 East StLake Charles, LA 70601
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
118-121 W Lagrange St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

118-121 W Lagrange St

118-121 W Lagrange StLake Charles, LA 70605
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
1605 W Common
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1605 W Common

1605 W Common StLake Charles, LA 70601
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Peppermill Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Peppermill Apartments

2877 S Beglis PkySulphur, LA 70665
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Acadian Oaks Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Acadian Oaks Apartments

710 W McNeese StLake Charles, LA 70605
  • Utilities Included
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 2

Cheapest Available Calcasieu Parish Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Calcasieu Parish, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sulphur Springs priced from $640. 26 Hundred Residences in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calcasieu Parish apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sulphur Springs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$640
26 Hundred ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$650
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,1BA$689
Laurel Oak Villagelo11C1BR,1BA$725
Bayberrybb11BR,1BA$725
CelesteCe11AdC1BR,1BA$745
Chandlerchan11C1BR,1BA$745
Le Jolliet2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$760
The Phoenix Apartments1 x 11BR,1BA$785
Flats on Walters1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$801

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calcasieu Parish, LA

As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calcasieu Parish area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Le Jolliet in the in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood starting from $874. The second greatest value Calcasieu Parish apartment is the 1BR Model at 600 Avenue J starting at $689 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the Downtown Lake Charles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calcasieu Parish apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Le Jolliet3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.78
600 Avenue J1BR1BR,1BA$0.84
Pecan AcresImperial Dogwood2BR,1BA$0.99
Satsuma VillageSA11MR1BR,1BA$1.08
The Halston Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$1.11
Chandlerchan11R1BR,1BA$1.08
The Phoenix Apartments1 x 11BR,1BA$1.12
Laurel Oak Villagelo11C1BR,1BA$1.08
Bayberrybb11BR,1BA$1.13
Sulphur Springs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Calcasieu Parish Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Calcasieu Parish?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Calcasieu Parish is under $801.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Calcasieu Parish?

The cheapest apartment in Calcasieu Parish is Sulphur Springs which is listed at $640, while the average apartment in Calcasieu Parish costs $2,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Calcasieu Parish?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in Calcasieu Parish that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Calcasieu Parish?

Cheap apartments in Calcasieu Parish have an average cost of $194 which is $2,056 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Calcasieu Parish.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting article

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

decorative image for The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters article

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

decorative image for Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters article

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

decorative image for Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters article

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.