
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, CO from $800 (14 Rentals)
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404 S Foote Ave

310 W Simpson St

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Willoughby Corner

1100 Sir Galahad Dr

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Avalon Flatirons

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Lafayette Station
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1410 Crete Ct

975 Sir Galahad Dr, Unit A

1400 Crete Ct

108 1/2 W Cleveland St

Ardenne

1425 Bacchus Dr

Baseline Village
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,149 | $1,601 | $2,725 |
| Downtown Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $847 | $3,035 |
| Downtown Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,738 | $1,325 | $5,081 |
| Downtown Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,681 | $1,958 | $3,451 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, CO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lafayette area of Denver, CO is a 2 Beds unit found at Josephine Commons priced from $1,017. Willoughby Corner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,412. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lafayette apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josephine Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,017 |
| Willoughby Corner | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,412 |
| Lafayette Station | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Avalon Flatirons | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,691 |
| Ardenne | B1 Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,706 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, CO
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lafayette area is the $1.84 price per square foot 3BR/3.5BA Model at Baseline Townhomes Residential in the in the South Boulder neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Downtown Lafayette apartment is the 2 Bed Model at Willoughby Corner starting at $2,034 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the South Boulder 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseline Townhomes Residential | 3BR/3.5BA | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.84 |
| Willoughby Corner | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Josephine Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Ardenne | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Avalon Flatirons | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Lafayette Station | Birch Reserve | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Affinity at Lafayette 55+ | Simpson 1x1 *income restrictions apply | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lafayette Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lafayette?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lafayette is Willoughby Corner which is listed at $1,412, while the average apartment in Downtown Lafayette costs $2,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Lafayette?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Downtown Lafayette that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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