
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, CO from $1,300 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lafayette area of Lafayette.


Avalon Flatirons

Affinity at Lafayette 55+

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Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lafayette Studio Apartments | $1,971 | $1,379 | $2,187 |
| Downtown Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,544 | $3,162 |
| Downtown Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $1,820 | $3,308 |
| Downtown Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,813 | $1,800 | $3,921 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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 Studio unit found at Avalon Flatirons priced from $1,379. Lafayette Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,544. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lafayette apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Flatirons | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,379 |
| Lafayette Station | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,544 |
| Ardenne | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,559 |
| Willoughby Corner | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,642 |
| Affinity at Lafayette 55+ | Cannon - 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $2,133 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, CO
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lafayette area is the $2.44 price per square foot Aspen Platinum Model at Lafayette Station in the in the South Boulder neighborhood starting from $1,844. The second greatest value Downtown Lafayette apartment is the 1 Bed Model at Willoughby Corner starting at $1,642 with a $2.35 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Station | Aspen Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Willoughby Corner | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Ardenne | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Avalon Flatirons | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
| Affinity at Lafayette 55+ | Cannon - 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.30 |
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 Lafayette Station which is listed at $1,544, while the average apartment in Downtown Lafayette costs $2,470.
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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Lafayette that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Lafayette?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Lafayette have an average cost of $122 which is $2,348 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lafayette.
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