1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lake Charles, LA Under $1,200 (53 Rentals)

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1801 Lake
1 Bedroom Apartments

1801 Lake

1801 Lake StLake Charles, LA 70601
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Valley View
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Valley View

4401 5th AveLake Charles, LA 70607
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Madrid Apartments
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Madrid Apartments

3201 2nd AveLake Charles, LA 70601
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115 W Lagrange St
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115 W Lagrange St

115 W Lagrange StLake Charles, LA 70605
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200 W 11th
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200 W 11th

200 W 11th StLake Charles, LA 70601
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118-121 W Lagrange St
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118-121 W Lagrange St

118-121 W Lagrange StLake Charles, LA 70605
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205 W 11th
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205 W 11th

205 W 11th StLake Charles, LA 70601
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1605 W Common
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1605 W Common

1605 W Common StLake Charles, LA 70601
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127 East Street
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127 East Street

127 East StLake Charles, LA 70601
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4407 Gladys St
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4407 Gladys St

4407 Gladys StLake Charles, LA 70605
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1809 Ryan Street
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1809 Ryan Street

1809 Ryan StLake Charles, LA 70601
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2020 Elm
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2020 Elm

2020 Elm StLake Charles, LA 70601
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Getting Around Lake Charles, LA

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lake Charles Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Lake Charles with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lake Charles is at 600 Avenue J listed at $689.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lake Charles Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lake Charles is $971.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lake Charles Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lake Charles is a 866 square feet unit starting from $1,220 at Villa Westlake.

What is the average size for Lake Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lake Charles is currently 810 sq ft.

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.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.