
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, CO from $847 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lafayette area of Lafayette.


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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 | $2,219 | $1,686 | $2,935 |
| Downtown Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $847 | $2,925 |
| Downtown Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $1,876 | $4,709 |
| Downtown Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,806 | $3,048 | $5,205 |
| Downtown Lafayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,745 | $2,745 | $2,745 |
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There are currently 11 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 - Senior Community 55+ priced from $1,017. 107 W Simpson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lafayette apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josephine Commons - Senior Community 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,017 |
| 107 W Simpson | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Willoughby Corner | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,412 |
| Ardenne | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,722 |
| Lafayette Station | Birch Reserve | 1BR,1BA | $1,898 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, CO
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lafayette area is the $2.11 price per square foot C1 Affordable Model at Ardenne in the in the South Boulder neighborhood starting from $2,346. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardenne | C1 Affordable | 3BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| Willoughby Corner | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Josephine Commons - Senior Community 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Lafayette Station | Birch Reserve | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Affinity at Lafayette 55+ | Simpson - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Avalon Flatirons | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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 107 W Simpson which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Downtown Lafayette costs $2,133.
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 5 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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