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Evergreen at River Oaks

$1,375 – $1,635/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 618–1,108 sq ft
  • 17 units available
4650 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70605

As of October 13, 2026, Evergreen at River Oaks in Lake Charles, LA has 17 apartments for rent from $1,375 to $1,635/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,375 and two-bedrooms at $1,460. The average asking rent has fallen 1.3% since September 1, 2026, from $1,483 to $1,463.

Floor plans

6 floor plans · 17 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

B2 Classic

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 739 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,375/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1025$1,375739Oct 7
0915$1,425739Oct 8
0414$1,480739Nov 6
1014$1,505739Dec 22

A2 Upgraded

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 664 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,385/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1922$1,385664Oct 7
1712$1,435664Oct 9

A1 Classic

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 618 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,385/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0616$1,390618Oct 5
0413$1,425618Oct 21
0326$1,385618Oct 27
0716$1,435618Oct 31
0926$1,390618Dec 1

C2 Classic

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,005 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,460/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0527$1,4601,005Oct 22

D2 Classic

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,037 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,560/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0311$1,5801,037Oct 8
0911$1,5851,037Oct 16
0728$1,5601,037Nov 12
1121$1,5651,037Dec 8

D2 Upgraded

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,108 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,635/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2212$1,6351,108Oct 20

See all 38 units listed at Evergreen at River Oaks, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Evergreen at River Oaks has ranged from $1,351 to $1,483. The current average is $1,463, down $20 (1.3%) from $1,483 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (43 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,451$1,375 – $1,65517
Sep 2026$1,408$1,250 – $2,08525

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,375 – $1,635/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 5

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Lake Charles area.

Lowest-priced apartment: B2 Classic at $1,375

$1,613/mo

$238/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,375

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $139

  • Internet

    est.

    $79

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $20

  • All-in monthly

    $1,613

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$1,375$1,613$49,500/yr
2 bedrooms$1,460$1,763$52,560/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $49,500 a year for the $1,375 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Lake Charles earns $33,060 a year.

Compared with the Lake Charles area

The median one-bedroom at Evergreen at River Oaks asks $1,425 a month, 40% above the Lake Charles area's typical one-bedroom asking rent of $1,016. Typical asking rents across the area are up 18.4% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereLake Charles-area asking rentLake Charles rent paid
1 bedroom$1,425$1,016$893
2 bedrooms$1,573$1,415$1,126
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Lake Charles, LA metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Lake Charles, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Beautiful Landscaping

  • Ceiling Fan(S)

  • Clubhouse

  • Covered Parking

  • Cultured Marble Vanities*

  • Easy Access To Freeways & Shopping

  • Frost Free Refrigerators With Ice Maker

  • Full Size Washer And Dryer In Every Unit

  • Garage

  • Garden-Style Tubs*

  • Grill

  • Hazel-White Granite Counters In Kitchen

  • High-Speed Internet Access

  • Kitchen

  • Office*

  • On-Call Maintenance

  • Pet-Play Area

  • Playground

  • Pool

  • Public Parks Nearby

  • Separate Dining Areas

  • State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center

  • Wooden Faux 2" Blinds


Location

4650 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70605


Resident reviews

4.7 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management1.5
Amenities and Shared Spaces1.5
Maintenance1.5
Location1.5
Building Quality1.5

Evergreen at River Oaks offers a generally positive living experience with strong maintenance responsiveness, friendly staff, and convenient amenities including a pool, gym, and pet-friendly grounds. Residents consistently praise the quiet community atmosphere, spacious floor plans, and good location near shopping and schools. However, some concerns persist regarding communication inconsistencies, security gate functionality issues, occasional cleanliness gaps at move-in, and fee-related billing problems.

Residents consistently praise maintenance staff responsiveness and office staff friendliness during initial interactions, particularly during leasing and move-in. However, recurring concerns include inconsistent communication and phone responsiveness from the office, with some residents reporting difficulty reaching staff or receiving timely updates. A subset of residents notes changes in staff quality over time and occasional billing system issues.

Residents consistently praise the property's amenities, particularly the pool, gym, and park areas, along with well-maintained common spaces and grounds. Maintenance requests are typically addressed promptly, and staff are noted as friendly and responsive. The location offers convenient access to shopping, dining, and services. One review noted concerns about gym maintenance and security gate functionality, though this appears isolated among the selected reviews.

Maintenance staff consistently receive praise for quick response times, professional service, and friendly demeanor in addressing repair requests. Most residents report maintenance issues are resolved promptly and thoroughly. Some concerns exist regarding common area upkeep and scheduling delays for third-party owned systems, though individual unit repairs are generally handled efficiently.

Residents consistently praise the property's location for proximity to shopping, dining, and work, with many noting convenient access to grocery stores and essential services. The quiet, safe neighborhood atmosphere is frequently highlighted as a major advantage. Most reviews emphasize the well-maintained grounds, quality amenities including gym and pool, and responsive management, though a few residents mention occasional traffic or directional inconveniences on nearby roads.

Residents report generally positive building conditions with clean common areas, good sound insulation, and responsive maintenance. However, some concerns have emerged regarding declining cleanliness standards in shared spaces like the gym, non-functional security features, and occasional noise from neighboring units. Overall upkeep appears adequate, though maintenance quality and attention to facility condition may vary over time.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Not Bikeable


About this property

Meet Evergreen at River Oaks, your fresh, new address in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Our luxury community brings you an inviting 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartment home in a notable neighborhood. From exploring exciting territory around town or keeping it close to home by taking advantage of the swimming pool, you’ll always have something to look forward to when you live at Evergreen at River Oaks.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Lake Charles Kindercare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.0 mi

Kinder Care Learning Center #375

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.0 mi

S. J. Welsh Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.4 mi

Alfred M. Barbe High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.5 mi

Room To Grow Day Care & Ps Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Lakewood Christian Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.9 mi

A. A. Nelson Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.0 mi

Prien Lake Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.1 mi

St Johns Little Lambs Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

Our Lady Queen Of Heaven School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle1.5 mi

Contact & management