
Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Fayette, NY from $600 (44 Rentals)
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Apple Ridge Apartment Homes

Lord's Hill Apartments

Manlius Academy

Hidden Valley Apartments

Thurber Apartments

Carriage House

Nob Hill Apartments
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Fayetteville Pines Townhouses

Centennial Gardens

Clarendon Heights

Classic American

1741 W Onondaga St

Newbury Apartment Homes

The Ikon

Valley Manor Apartments
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Wildwood Ridge Apartments

Maplewood Apartment Homes

The Summit Apartments

High Acres Apartments and Townhomes

Carriage House East

The Sanctuary

Icon Place

The Meadows Apartment Homes
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Belmont Ridge Apartment Homes

Stonegate Apartments

1009 Madison St

907 Ackerman Ave

905 Ackerman Ave

931 Westcott St

201 N Hughes Pl

826 Maryland Ave
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700 Jamesville Ave

241 Lorraine Ave

111 Herkimer St

614 Jamesville Ave

121 Park Dr

502 University Apartments

822 Westcott St

Plaza Apartments
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Greenwich Manor Apartments

Salt City Market Apartments

112-114 Mark Ave

2702 Midland Ave
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 | $1,034 | $750 | $1,950 |
| La Fayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $945 | $2,995 |
| La Fayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $985 | $3,700 |
| La Fayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,395 | $2,100 |
| La Fayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $1,025 | $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 |
| Manlius Academy | 1x1APMA | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Fayetteville Pines Townhouses | 1 Bed/1 Bath Utilities Included | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Centennial Gardens | 1 Bdrm 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Ikon | Studio /1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Summit Apartments | 1x1 M | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| High Acres Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath-860 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Apple Ridge Apartment Homes | 1 Bed/1 Bath @ 750 Sq. Feet Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Fayette, NY and Nearby
As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Fayette area is the $0.60 price per square foot 4X4 Model at University Village Apartments on Colvin in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value La Fayette apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath with W/D & Backyard Model at Fayetteville Pines Townhouses starting at $1,950 with a $1.77 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Apartments on Colvin | 4X4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| Fayetteville Pines Townhouses | 2 Bed/2 Bath with W/D & Backyard | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Pleasant Hill Crossings | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| The Meadows Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom-1,053 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Belmont Ridge Apartment Homes | 2 Bed/1 Bath Elite | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Willow Wood Apartment Homes | Elite 2 Bed/1 Bath @ 840 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Apple Ridge Apartment Homes | 1 Bed/1 Bath @ 750 Sq. Feet Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Thurber Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Manlius Academy | 1x1APMA | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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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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