
Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Fayette, NY from $700 (37 Rentals)
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Willow Wood Apartment Homes

Lord's Hill Apartments

Manlius Academy

Hidden Valley Apartments

Clarendon Heights

Thurber Apartments

Carriage House

Nob Hill Apartments
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Fayetteville Pines Townhouses

748 S Beech St

Centennial Gardens

1741 W Onondaga St

Classic American

Valley Manor Apartments

The Ikon

Wildwood Ridge Apartments

High Acres Apartments and Townhomes
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The Summit Apartments

Newbury Apartment Homes

The Meadows Apartment Homes

907 Ackerman Ave

905 Ackerman Ave

201 N Hughes Pl

826 Maryland Ave

916 Ackerman Ave
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700 Jamesville Ave

241 Lorraine Ave

111 Herkimer St

614 Jamesville Ave

121 Park Dr

502 University Apartments

105 Merz Ave

Plaza Apartments

Greenwich Manor Apartments
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Salt City Market Apartments
La Fayette, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Fayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Fayette Studio Apartments | $1,184 | $750 | $2,225 |
| La Fayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $880 | $2,995 |
| La Fayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $985 | $3,700 |
| La Fayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,395 | $2,100 |
| La Fayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $999 | $6,636 |
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Cheapest Available La Fayette Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in La Fayette, NY is a Studio unit found at Hidden Valley Apartments in the Elmwood neighborhood priced from $895. Thurber Apartments in the Elmwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Fayette apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Valley Apartments | HIDDEN VALLEY *Large Studio* Taking Applicatio... | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Thurber Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Fayetteville Pines Townhouses | 1 Bed/1 Bath Utilities Included | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 748 S Beech St | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Centennial Gardens | 1 Bdrm 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Classic American | Rockaway | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Ikon | Studio /1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| High Acres Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom-608 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| 1741 W Onondaga St | 2BR/1BA F36 | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Fayette, NY and Nearby
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Fayette area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Symphony Place in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $2,055. The second greatest value La Fayette apartment is the Rockaway Model at Classic American starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Elmwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Fayette apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Symphony Place | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Classic American | Rockaway | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Pleasant Hill Crossings | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Partial Remodel | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| 1741 W Onondaga St | 2BR/1BA F36 | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Newbury Apartment Homes | 2 Bd Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Belmont Ridge Apartment Homes | 2 Bed/1 Bath Elite | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| The Meadows Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 785 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Thurber Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 748 S Beech St | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Fayette Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Fayette?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Fayette is at Hidden Valley Apartments listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Fayette Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Fayette Apartment is $945 at Hidden Valley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Fayette Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Fayette is starting from $1,065 at Hidden Valley Apartments.
What is the most affordable La Fayette Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap La Fayette Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Centennial Gardens and starts from $1,395.
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