303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32
303 Smith Level Rd
Chapel HillNC27516
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lafayette Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $700 (25 Rentals)
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Shadowood
110 Piney Mountain RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Laurel Ridge Apartments
1100 W Highway 54 BypChapel Hill, NC 27516
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103 Old Fayetteville Rd, Unit 1 bedroom apartment
103 Old Fayetteville RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!
1105 Highway 54 BypassChapel Hill, NC 27516
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2 Holland Dr
Chapel HillNC27514
529 Hillsborough St
Chapel HillNC27514
112 W Poplar Ave
CarrboroNC27510
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Chateau Apartments - New
201 Nc Highway 54Carrboro, NC 27510
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Carolina Spring Senior Apartments
600 W Poplar AveCarrboro, NC 27510
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West End Flats
200 N Carolina HwyCarrboro, NC 27510
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Trinity at the Hill
180 BPW Club RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Estes Park - Students save up to 10%!
306 Estes DrCarrboro, NC 27510
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The Villages of Chapel Hill
500 Smith Level RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Rock Creek Apartments
100 Rock Haven RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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River View
201 Westbrook DrCarrboro, NC 27510
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Royal Park - Students save up to 10%!
501 Highway 54Carrboro, NC 27510
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University Lake
200 Barnes StCarrboro, NC 27510
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Ridgewood - Students save up to 10%!
404 Jones Ferry RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Collins Crossing
501 Jones Ferry RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Bridges at Chapel Hill
142 BPW Club RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Autumn Woods
222 Old Fayetteville RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Lafayette, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $949 | $3,792 |
| Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,119 | $4,348 |
| Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,804 | $1,310 | $2,400 |
| Lafayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Lafayette Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lafayette area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Chateau Apartments - New priced from $949. Carolina Spring Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Lafayette apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Apartments - New | One Bedroom One Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Carolina Spring Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| West End Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Shadowood | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,063 |
| Trinity at the Hill | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, NC
As of July 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lafayette area is the $1.49 price per square foot Hatteras Model at Carolina - Students save up to 10%! in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $1,370. The second greatest value Lafayette apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 106 Fidelity/109 W Poplar starting at $1,425 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Carolina - Students save up to 10%! | Hatteras | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| 106 Fidelity/109 W Poplar | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Collins Crossing | b20b | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Berkshire 54 | Barington | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Ashbrook Apartments | 1b/1b Edgemont | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Chateau Apartments - New | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Poplar Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Trinity at the Hill | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Villages of Chapel Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| West End Flats | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Best Local Schools in Lafayette, Chapel Hill, NC
Carrboro Elementary
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (501)
4 out of 10
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3 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lafayette Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lafayette?
The cheapest apartment in Lafayette is Chateau Apartments - New which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Lafayette costs $1,867.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lafayette?
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 61 regular apartments in Lafayette that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC
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I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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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.