
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, LA from $500 (63 Rentals)


603 Cedar Crest Ct

Bayou Shadows Apartment Homes

Patriot Point of Lafayette (FKA Brookwood)

Gallery Apartments

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411 W Taft St, Unit Apt. A

Bottle Art Lofts

Bell Downs Apartments

Whispering Oaks Apartments

Eagle Run
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Lila Place

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Stonegate Apartments

Holly Place

City Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M.

Acadian Point Apartments

Mimosa Place Apartments

327 General Mouton Ave

Pinewoods Apartments

Willow Gardens

CityParc
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

Diamond Lakes Apartment Homes

The Arts Apartments At Broussard Crossing

French Colony

104 Nouveau Ln

Grove At Plantation

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Greystone Apartments

Landry Commons

Canterbury Square

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Peppertree Apartment Homes

Emberwood
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806 E University Ave

Park Place Apartments

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Lux of Lafayette

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Maison Bocage

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The Bradford Apartments

Bridgeway Apartments II

Elora Place

The Plantation at Lafayette

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Lafayette Gardens

The Reserve At Couret Farms
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The Monroe

Ansley Walk Apartments

La Veranda at Polly Lane Apartments

Mainstreet Annex at River Ranch

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Audubon Lake Apartment Homes

Fairway Apartments

Himbola Manor Apartments

Woodvale Place Apartments

Evangeline Elderly Apartments

Village Dulac Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Studio Apartments | $844 | $774 | $974 |
| Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $500 | $2,850 |
| Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $540 | $3,650 |
| Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $530 | $2,392 |
| Lafayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $711 | $631 | $814 |
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Best Local Schools in Lafayette, LA
Milton Elementary School
Edgar Martin Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lafayette Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lafayette?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lafayette is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lafayette?
The cheapest apartment in Lafayette is Patriot Point of Lafayette (FKA Brookwood) which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Lafayette costs $1,585.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 364 regular apartments in 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 Lafayette?
Cheap apartments in Lafayette have an average cost of $567 which is $1,018 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lafayette.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.