
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lafayette Square Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $500 (51 Rentals)
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Lafayette Square, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lafayette Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Square Studio Apartments | $808 | $699 | $1,069 |
| Lafayette Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,014 | $822 | $1,335 |
| Lafayette Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,311 | $994 | $1,890 |
| Lafayette Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $1,339 | $3,236 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lafayette Square Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Lafayette Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lafayette Square area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at The Stratford Apartments priced from $709. Cambridge Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $719. Here are the most affordable Lafayette Square apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stratford Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $709 |
| Cambridge Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $719 |
| Marabou Mills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Garden Pointe Apartments | Lily Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Woodhaven Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Pebble Point Apartments | A1 Bliss | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| The Fields Apartment Homes | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Mariners Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $867 |
| Fisherman's Village | A1 Cobalt | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Rosewood Commons | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette Square, IN
As of August 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lafayette Square area is the $1.10 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at Woods at Oak Crossing in the in the Cheswick Place neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Lafayette Square apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Mariners Village Apartments starting at $1,021 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Timberview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafayette Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods at Oak Crossing | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Mariners Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Wildwood Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| The Life at Wood Springs | 2 BEDROOM | 2 BATHROOM B | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| The Life at Creekside Reserve | JUNIPER | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| The Abby | The Berkshire | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Woodbrook | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Maywood at Speedway | The Napoli | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Pebble Point Apartments | A1 Bliss | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Woodhaven Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lafayette Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lafayette Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lafayette Square is under $870.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lafayette Square?
The cheapest apartment in Lafayette Square is Cambridge Commons which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Lafayette Square costs $1,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lafayette Square?
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 41 regular apartments in Lafayette Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lafayette Square?
Cheap apartments in Lafayette Square have an average cost of $216 which is $934 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lafayette Square.
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