
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, IN from $400 (54 Rentals)
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124 S 6th St

Stonecrest Apartments

310 S 6th St, Unit 3

703 S 4th St, Unit 1

912 Roberts St

Monon Place

1206 Heath St

1437 Alabama St

Downtown Lafayette Living!
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708 N 18th St

Where Comfort Meets Value

Historic Downtown Apartments II

813 Wabash Ave

707 South St

The Luna Flats

822 N 7th St

1015 N 6th St, Unit 301

811-813 Union St

The Press
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800-806 N 8th St

104 S 7th St

1707 Ferry St

Vantage Pointe Apartments

1213 Elizabeth St

617 Oregon St

1626 Main St

CNC Leasing Group

CNC Leasing Group

CNC Leasing Group
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Adams Earl Luxury Condos

CNC Leasing Group

Uptown West

Downtown Lafayette Living!

1218 Columbia St

Schultz Lofts

214 Perrin Ave

The Crossing

CNC Leasing Group

910-914 N 11th Street
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Wall Street

High Point

1529 Ferry Street Apartments

514-516 S 15th St

800-806 N 8th / 718 Union

The Emerson Apartments

Chestnut Street Apartments

The Union Apartments

River Cross

Hillside Apartments
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Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette, IN 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 | $1,483 | $625 | $1,775 |
| Downtown Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $495 | $2,212 |
| Downtown Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $800 | $2,778 |
| Downtown Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $1,075 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Lafayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $999 | $1,495 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, IN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lafayette area of Lafayette, IN is a Studio unit found at Stonecrest Apartments priced from $625. Downtown Lafayette Living! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lafayette apartments for rent in Lafayette, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonecrest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Downtown Lafayette Living! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Where Comfort Meets Value | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Historic Downtown Apartments II | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Monon Place | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $830 |
| The Luna Flats | Luna Flats - 2Bed/2Bath (2C) - ***AVAILABLE NOW*** | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| 910-914 N 11th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Press | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, IN
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lafayette area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Brownstone Condominiums in the in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Downtown Lafayette apartment is the 518 N 5th St Model at 518 N 5th St, Unit 518 N 5th starting at $1,850 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Lafayette 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownstone Condominiums | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| 518 N 5th St, Unit 518 N 5th | 518 N 5th St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| 2115 Main St, Unit 2115 | 2115 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Historic Lahr Apartments | 2.1 V | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Flats On Main | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| River Cross | 3 Bedroom-Standard | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1203 Weaver St, Unit C | 1203 Weaver St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Monon Place | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Where Comfort Meets Value | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Historic Downtown Apartments II | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lafayette Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Lafayette?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Lafayette is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lafayette?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lafayette is Downtown Lafayette Living! which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Downtown Lafayette costs $1,999.
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 77 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 $1,113 which is $886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lafayette.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!