
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lafayette Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $700 (22 Rentals)
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The Element At Ghent

Villa Terrace

121 W 32nd St Apartments

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3607 Granby St, Unit 1

1333 Baecher Ln

Central Park (Mobile Home Park)
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Lafayette, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $1,841 | $2,146 |
| Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,099 | $2,375 |
| Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,002 | $2,506 | $3,777 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lafayette Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lafayette area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at 811 East 30th Street priced from $1,100. The Lafayette Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,122. Here are the most affordable Lafayette apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 811 East 30th Street | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Lafayette Apartments | The Ghent | Studio,1BA | $1,122 |
| 121 W 32nd St Apartments | 2-BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Brightleaf Building | The Brightleaf Building 321 | 1BR,1BA | $1,612 |
| River House Apartments | 1BR 1BA (825sf) - Haven | 1BR,1BA | $1,841 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, VA
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lafayette area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3607 Granby St Model at 3607 Granby St, Unit 1 in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Lafayette apartment is the 211 W 29th St Model at 211 W 29th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the South Brambleton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3607 Granby St, Unit 1 | 3607 Granby St | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 211 W 29th St, Unit 1 | 211 W 29th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2834 Tidewater Dr, Unit 1 | 2834 Tidewater Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 834 C Ave, Unit Unit A | 834 C Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 811 East 30th Street | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| River House Apartments | 1BR 1BA (825sf) - Haven | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 121 W 32nd St Apartments | 2-BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Brightleaf Building | The Brightleaf Building 301 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| The Lafayette Apartments | The Ghent | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLafayette, Norfolk, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lafayette Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lafayette Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lafayette is starting from $1,100 at 811 East 30th Street.
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