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1038 on Second
1038 on 2nd StLafayette, CA 94549
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (78 Rentals)
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Town Center
3594 Mt. Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
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Lafayette Oaks
949 East StLafayette, CA 94549
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3470 Orchard Hill Ct
3470 Orchard Hill CtLafayette, CA 94549
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940 Hough Ave
940 Hough AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3610 Bickerstaff Rd
3610 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3652 Chestnut St
3652 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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918 Dewing Ave
918 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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101 Lafayette Cir
101 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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Casa Walnut
3653-3659 Walnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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215 Lafayette Cir
215 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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932 Dewing Ave
932 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3580 Brook St
3580 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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3613 Bickerstaff Rd
3613 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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907 Bell St
907 Bell StLafayette, CA 94549
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3693-3695 Highland Rd
3693-3695 Highland RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3625 Bickerstaff Rd
3625 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3626 Bickerstaff Rd
3626 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3643-3647 Walnut St
3643-3647 Walnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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920 Dewing Ave
920 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3661 Mt Diablo Blvd
3661 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
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3622 Chestnut St
3622 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3460 Orchard Hill Ct
3460 Orchard Hill CtLafayette, CA 94549
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3427 Golden Gate Way
3427 Golden Gate WayLafayette, CA 94549
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3619 Bickerstaff Rd
3619 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3639 Walnut St
3639 Walnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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Laplaya Apartments
1053 2nd StLafayette, CA 94549
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80 Lafayette Cir
80 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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1011 Brown Ave
1011 Brown AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3609-3611 Bickerstaff Rd
3609-3611 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3616 Chestnut St
3616 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3574 Terrace Way
3574 Terrace WayLafayette, CA 94549
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3585 Brook St
3585 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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3578 Terrace Way
3578 Terrace WayLafayette, CA 94549
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1007 Brown Ave
1007 Brown AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3603 Chestnut St
3603 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3621 Walnut St
3621 Walnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3615-3617 Bickerstaff St
3615-3617 Bickerstaff StLafayette, CA 94549
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940 East St
940 East StLafayette, CA 94549
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944 Hough Ave
944 Hough AveLafayette, CA 94549
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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964 Dolores Dr
964 Dolores DrLafayette, CA 94549
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948 Dewing Ave
948 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3607 Chestnut St
3607 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3624-3628 Chestnut St
3624-3628 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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936 East St
936 East StLafayette, CA 94549
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974 Dolores Dr
974 Dolores DrLafayette, CA 94549
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3608 Bickerstaff Rd
3608 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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972 Dolores Dr
972 Dolores DrLafayette, CA 94549
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3576 Terrace Way
3576 Terrace WayLafayette, CA 94549
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3545 Brook St
3545 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,792 | $2,050 | $3,549 |
| Downtown Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,239 | $2,545 | $4,215 |
| Downtown Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $3,225 | $3,310 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lafayette Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,530 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3,182 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, CA
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lafayette area is the $3.78 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Plan C Model at Town Center in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $4,215. The second greatest value Downtown Lafayette apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $3,215 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Center | Two Bedroom - Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.78 |
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lafayette Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lafayette Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lafayette is starting from $2,530 at 1038 on Second.
What is the most affordable Downtown Lafayette Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Lafayette Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1038 on Second and starts from $3,215.
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