
Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Fayette, NY from $700 (49 Rentals)
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Thurber Apartments

Carriage House

1741 W Onondaga St

Classic American

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The Bradford

907 Ackerman Ave

905 Ackerman Ave

201 N Hughes Pl

826 Maryland Ave

700 Jamesville Ave
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111 Herkimer St

614 Jamesville Ave

121 Park Dr

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105 Merz Ave

822 Westcott St

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106 Hoover Dr

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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 | $1,231 | $750 | $2,225 |
| La Fayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $945 | $2,995 |
| La Fayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $985 | $3,700 |
| La Fayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $1,395 | $2,100 |
| La Fayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,757 | $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 Thurber Apartments in the Elmwood neighborhood priced from $920. Carriage House in the Elmwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Fayette apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurber Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| 1741 W Onondaga St | Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 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 |
| Classic American | Rockaway | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Belmont Ridge Apartment Homes | 2 Bed/1 Bath Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| The Summit Apartments | 1x1 M | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Fayette, NY and Nearby
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Fayette area is the $0.96 price per square foot Rockaway Model at Classic American in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value La Fayette apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Highbridge Commons starting at $1,495 with a $1.36 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic American | Rockaway | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Highbridge Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Pleasant Hill Crossings | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Remodel | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| The Bradford | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| University Village Apartments on Colvin | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Belmont Ridge Apartment Homes | 2 Bed/1 Bath Elite | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Willow Wood Apartment Homes | Luxury 2 Bed/1 Bath @ 840 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| Thurber Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 1741 W Onondaga St | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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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 Thurber Apartments listed at $920.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Fayette Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Fayette Apartment is $950 at Carriage House.
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 $1,150 at Classic American.
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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