
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lafatette Estate Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,600 (83 Rentals)
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Lafayette Oaks

Redwood Creek Apartments

3470 Orchard Hill Ct

940 Hough Ave

Acalanes Apartments

3610 Bickerstaff Rd

3652 Chestnut St

932 Dewing Ave
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3789-3791 Mosswood Dr

3580 Brook St

3283-3289 Marlene Dr

3693-3695 Highland Rd

215 Lafayette Cir

3613 Bickerstaff Rd

3273-3277 Marlene Dr

Casa Walnut

3654-3658 Mosswood Dr

3257-3261 Marlene Dr
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101 Lafayette Cir

918 Dewing Ave

907 Bell St

3265-3271 Marlene Dr

3622 Chestnut St

970-972 Almanor Ct

3626 Bickerstaff Rd

3672 Mosswood Dr

963 Almanor Ct

3661 Mt Diablo Blvd
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3643-3647 Walnut St

3460 Orchard Hill Ct

3427 Golden Gate Way

920 Dewing Ave

3703 Sundale Rd

3625 Bickerstaff Rd

975 Almanor Ct

80 Lafayette Cir

3574 Terrace Way

3603 Chestnut St
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3619 Bickerstaff Rd

3578 Terrace Way

3585 Brook St

1007 Brown Ave

Laplaya Apartments

3616 Chestnut St

3639 Walnut St

957-959 Almanor Ct

3609-3611 Bickerstaff Rd

858 Rosedale Ave
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Lafatette Estate, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lafatette Estate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafatette Estate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,895 | $3,596 |
| Lafatette Estate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,423 | $2,195 | $6,440 |
| Lafatette Estate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,684 | $3,204 | $4,634 |
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There are currently 83 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lafatette Estate Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lafatette Estate Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lafatette Estate area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Morgan Apartments priced from $1,895. The Meridian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable Lafatette Estate apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,580 |
| Flora | Residence 6 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3,027 |
| Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2BA | $3,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafatette Estate, CA
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lafatette Estate area is the $3.33 price per square foot TH25 Model at Ladera Apartments in the in the Campolindo neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Lafatette Estate apartment is the Residence 6 Luxury Model at Flora starting at $3,027 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafatette Estate apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.33 |
| Flora | Residence 6 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| The Meridian | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Best Local Schools in Lafatette Estate, Lafayette, CA
Donald L. Rheem Elementary
M. H. Stanley Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lafatette Estate Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lafatette Estate Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lafatette Estate Apartment is $1,895 at The Morgan Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lafatette Estate Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lafatette Estate is starting from $2,500 at The Meridian.
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