845 Homes for Sale in Lake Charles, LA

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  1225 Kirkman Street

  $210,000New

  2 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,396 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Amanda Cox

  LATTER & BLUM, INC - (337) 436-6639
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  314 Bruson Street

  $274,900New

  3 Beds • 3 Baths • 3,048 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70605

  Claudia Ingle

  Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
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  126 Prospect St

  $179,900New

  3 Beds • 1 Bath • 1,316 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70605

  Tricia Phillips

  CENTURY 21 Bono Realty
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  4000 Louisiana Avenue B

  $125,000New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,432 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70607

  Grace Robideaux

  CENTURY 21 Bessette Realty, Inc.
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  700 Henry Street

  $259,500New

  2 Beds • 1 Bath • 1,439 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Sharel Hebert

  CENTURY 21 Bessette Realty, Inc.
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  East Street Lot 8

  $37,500New

  0 Acres

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Jo Smith

  Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
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  123 Seagull Lane

  $500,000New

  2 Beds • 3 Baths • 2,095 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70607

  Phyllis Loftin

  LATTER & BLUM, INC - (337) 436-6639
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  2856 Clifford Road

  $515,000New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 2,360 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70611

  Danette McManus

  Real Estate Agent
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  742 Rampart Street

  $270,000New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,957 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70607

  Jimmy Cormier

  FLAVIN REALTY
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  817 5th Street

  $199,000New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,550 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Sarah Simon

  FLAVIN REALTY
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  1201 Meadow Drive

  $129,900New

  3 Beds • 1 Bath • 1,038 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70607

  Jeff Meaux

  LATTER & BLUM, INC - (337) 436-6639
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  1069 Forest Boulevard

  $310,000New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 2,197 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70611

  Melissa Doga

  EXP REALTY LLC
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  2213 13th Street

  $145,000New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,179 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Madeleine Plauche

  EXP REALTY LLC
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  242 Spring Street

  $195,000New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,836 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70605

  Dan Flavin

  FLAVIN REALTY
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  2226 Michele Court

  $234,500New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,447 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70607

  Danette McManus

  Real Estate Agent
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  2456 Rose Street

  $63,500New

  2 Beds • 1 Bath • 1,020 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Claudia Ingle

  Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
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  512 Emerald Street

  $43,000New

  2 Beds • 1 Bath

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Claudia Ingle

  Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
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  708 Orange Street

  $45,000New

  1 Bed • 1 Bath • 1,000 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Claudia Ingle

  Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty
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  2503 Demarest Street

  $108,500New

  3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,826 Sq. Ft.

  Lake Charles, LA, 70601

  Claudia Ingle

  Coldwell Banker Ingle Safari Realty

Lake Charles Home Trends
Lake Charles is a charming city nestled along the Calcasieu River brimming with art, vibrant culture, and an eclectic dining scene. Residents revel in the abundance of natural beauty from the two local lakes, including the city’s namesake lake. Lake Charles boasts beautiful waterfront communities. The city is on the rise with a population of about 78,000 residents. Popular neighborhoods for home buyers include Charpentier Historic District, University Place, and Prien Oaks. Prien Oaks is a waterfront neighborhood nestled along Prien Lake. Residents have access to water amenities and Prien Lake Park. You'll find various boating activities, picnic areas, a playground, and a trail for jogging or biking. The historic Charpentier neighborhood has a variety of colorful, older homes with charming porches and beautiful lawns. Residents are within walking distance of local pubs, bakeries, and parks. University Place is nestled below McNeese State University. Although the neighborhood is close to campus, it is still relatively quiet. The neighborhood has a variety of traditional-style abodes along tree-lined streets to choose from. The median home price in Lake Charles is about $154,100.
Lake Charles Attractions
Get lost in an abundance of rich culture, thrilling outdoor adventure, and beautiful art in Lake Charles. According to the U.S National Bureau of Economic Research, Lake Charles was ranked one of the 10 happiest cities in America. Enjoy a relaxing staycation at the Gold Nugget Lake Charles Hotel and Casino. Guests have dazzling views of the lake along with access to delicious steak houses, Creole/Cajun fare, and more. The lazy river, golf course, and water slides are just a few of the amenities at the resort, not to mention the countless games on the casino floor. Take a stroll through the Historic Charpentier District, which houses over 40 blocks of landmark buildings and beautiful Louisiana architecture. There’s even a mobile app available for self-guided tours. Lake Charles operates two cultural art centers, the Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center, which is a public history and art gallery, and the Central School Arts and Humanities Center. The Central School Arts and Humanities Center serves provides studio space, galleries, and performance art spaces. Head to North Beach to enjoy a day out on Lake Charles for water entertainment like swimming, boating, or fishing. Explore the shores and Louisiana’s backyard at the Creole Nature Trail, where you'll come across various marshlands, unique species of birds, and the occasional alligator. The city has a variety of popular annual festivals to partake in as well, like Mardi Gras, the 'Red, White, Blue and You' Fourth of July Festival, and the Light Up the Lake Christmas Festival. History buffs, be sure to peruse the local museums and galleries like the 1911 Historic City Hall and the Imperial Calcasieu Museum.
Lake Charles Schools
The city services over 33,000 students with 4,900 faculty within the Calcasieu Parish School Board. You'll find 35 elementary schools, 11 middle schools, and 11 high schools housed within the district. Other facilities include two career and technical facilities, four alternative schools, two K-12 schools, and one learning academy. Top-rated schools within the district include John J. Johnson II Elementary, West Lake High School, S.J. Welsh Middle School, and Sam Houston High School. College students have a variety of higher education institutions such as McNeese State University and SOWELA Technical Community College. McNeese State University offers over 100 undergraduate programs and 36 graduate degrees. SOWELA Technical provides associate degrees, certificates, and technical diplomas in more than 20 program areas.
Commuting in Lake Charles
Residents have easy access to Interstate 10 and 210, giving them seamless travel to Lafayette and Baton Rouge to the east and Beaumont and Houston to the west. Commute times are a breeze in Lake Charles, with the average one-way time being about 16 minutes. Aside from driving a car, the city offers other modes of transportation, including bus and biking options. The Department of Public Works Transit Division, the bus transportation provider, operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Thanks to the city’s infrastructure, there are various bike lanes and paths perfect for cyclists and pedestrians. The city boasts biking events as well, so be sure to check the community calendar for upcoming group rides in this bike-friendly area. For frequent flyers, the nearby airport is Chennault International Airport, located off Interstate 210.