Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, IN from $800 (35 Rentals)

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1114 Cincinnati St

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Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette, IN Local Guide

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. Historic Downtown Apartments II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lafayette apartments for rent in Lafayette, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stonecrest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Historic Downtown Apartments II2x12BR,1BA$800
911 N 9th Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$895
The Luna FlatsLuna Flats - 2Bed/2Bath (2C) - **Offering One M...2BR,2BA$899
Vantage Pointe Apartments1x1 R1BR,1BA$955
Crestview ApartmentsCrestview IV - Furnished1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, IN

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lafayette area is the $0.84 price per square foot 122 N 3rd St Model at 122 N 3rd St in the in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Downtown Lafayette apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at Brownstone Condominiums starting at $2,250 with a $1.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
122 N 3rd St122 N 3rd St2BR,1BA$0.84
Brownstone Condominiums2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$1.27
Pullman StationJeffersonville1BR,1BA$1.42
Historic Lahr Apartments2.1 C2BR,1BA$1.51
624 New York St, Unit B624 New York St3BR,2BA$1.24
Victory on Salisbury3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$1.27
500 N 5th St, Unit B500 N 5th St2BR,1BA$1.47
Vantage Pointe Apartments1x1 R1BR,1BA$1.47
Historic Downtown Apartments II1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
1608 Grove St, Unit Apt B1608 Grove StStudio ,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lafayette

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lafayette?

There are currently 209 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, IN with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,600. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lafayette ranging from $800 to $8,040.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Lafayette?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Lafayette ranges from $800 to $8,040 with an average monthly rent of $2,047.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Lafayette?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Lafayette range from $1,005 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $2,559. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $955.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.