Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 24, 2026
Average rent in
Lake Charles, LA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 24, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Lake Charles, LA rent rose 33.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,265/month. Renters today are paying $324 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Lake Charles sits 33.4% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, reflecting a more accessible market for renters despite recent increases in rent.
Price ranges
In Lake Charles, studios run around $1,125/month, 1-bedrooms around $885/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,150/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,600/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $1,800/month. These figures show the range renters can expect across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Lake Charles fell 70.4% year over year, contrasting with the overall citywide rise of 33.2%. This segment's decline marks a distinct shift within the market compared to broader trends.
Median rent
Median rent in Lake Charles
$1,265/mo
33%vs previous year
The average rent in Lake Charles is $1,265 per month as of October 2026. This is 33% below the national average rent, or $635 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lake Charles
85
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lake Charles rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lake Charles, LA
Average rent prices in Lake Charles have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 33% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Lake Charles, LA
Rent prices in Lake Charles vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lake Charles is $1,150, whereas a house costs $1,395. 1-bedroom apartments in Lake Charles run $895 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,125 | 25% |  70% | |
1 bedroom | $885 | 3% | 16% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 | 4% | 31% | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 | 3% | 33% | |
4 bedroom | $1,800 | 38% | 10% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Lake Charles, LA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,150 | No Change | 31% | |
Condos | $1,395 | 31% | - | |
Houses | $1,395 | 8% | 43% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,125
Last 30 days
25%
Last year
70%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$885
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
16%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
31%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
33%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
38%
Last year
10%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Lake Charles, LA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,150
Last year
31%
Condos
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
31%
Houses
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
43%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Lake Charles, LA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Lake Charles, LA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Lake Charles and Beaumont by all bedroom counts and property types.
Lake Charles
33%lower than the national median
37%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lake Charles, LA is 6% higher than the median rent in Beaumont, TX.
Average rent in nearby cities
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14%Cost of living in Lake Charles, LA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 30% lower |
| Transportation | 1% lower |
| Utilities | 25% lower |
Discover rentals in Lake Charles, LA
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lake Charles
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Charles
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
4d ago
1005 Shellie Ln, Lake Charles, LA 70611
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
4330 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA 70607
2 beds
1 bath
$799
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Charles
4 beds
3 baths
$4,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Charles
1508 Bank St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 5
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Charles
1812 Ethel St #1, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 beds
2 baths
$3,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 25
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Charles
125 East St #1, Lake Charles, LA 70601
3 beds
2 baths
$3,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 25
21m ago
Verified
5355 Southpark Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70607
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,351–$1,784
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
17h ago
905 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 29
23h ago
905 Pujo Street ##D, Lake Charles, LA 70601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 28
1d ago
320 Pujo Street ##C, Lake Charles, LA 70601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
21m ago
Verified
5355 Southpark Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70607
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,351–$1,784
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5121 Bayview Pkwy, Lake Charles, LA 70605
2–3 beds
2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Lake Charles
710 Iris St #308, Lake Charles, LA 70601
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 26
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Lake Charles
1001 Mcdonald Dr #11, Lake Charles, LA 70607
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 28
17h ago
905 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 29
19h ago
House for rent in Lake Charles
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
22h ago
4720 Common St, Lake Charles, LA 70607
2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Lake Charles
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Lake Charles, LA
Quick answers to common questions about the Lake Charles rental market.
How much is rent in Lake Charles?
The average rent in Lake Charles is $1,265 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lake Charles?
Average rent prices in Lake Charles have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 33% since last year.
How does Lake Charles rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lake Charles is 33% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $635 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lake Charles?
To comfortably afford rent in Lake Charles, you'd need to earn approximately $51,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Lake Charles?
April offers the lowest rents in Lake Charles, running about 3% below July prices, which represent the year's peak. If you're apartment hunting, targeting April could save you money compared to summer months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).