
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Lafayette, IN from $595 (123 Rentals)


Highland Apartments

Shai Lynn

University Crossing Apartments & Townhomes

176 Littleton St, Apt 6, Unit 6, Unit 6

515 W Stadium Ave, Unit Unit 5

515 W Stadium Ave, Unit Unit 5

Launch

WestRidge Flats

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176 Littleton St, Unit 9, Unit 9
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Franklin Park Apartments

Salem Courthouse

Lindberg Lofts

Cheswick Village

McCormick Manor

Blackbird Farms

140 S. Salisbury St.

330 Sylvia St

Parkwood Apartments

Waldron Square Apartments
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Salisbury Place Apartments

112 Pierce St

224 S. Salisbury St.

The Josie

Beau Jardin

Peppermill Village

Mayfair Village

231 Sheetz St

166 E Stadium Ave

Happy Hollow Apartments
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Zia's Place

Pierce Street Suites

2923-2927 Horizon Dr

1150 Windsor Dr

Grant Flats

118 S 6th St, Unit 1

124 S 6th St, Unit 1

2038 Monon Ave, Unit 2038 Monon Ave #4

2038 Monon Ave, Unit 2038 Monon Ave #3

1402 Alabama St, Unit 1402 Alabama Street #3
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909 N 10th St

1114-1116 N 9th St Rd

212 Tinkler St, Unit 212 Tinkler #4

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1021 S 4th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

913 N 10th St

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1321 Morton St, Unit 2, Unit 2

718 Brown St, Unit 718 Brown Street 1/2

Downtown Lafayette Living!

707 South St

1920 N 15th St
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West Lafayette, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Lafayette Studio Apartments | $1,530 | $625 | $2,449 |
| West Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $595 | $3,048 |
| West Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $675 | $3,454 |
| West Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $649 | $3,600 |
| West Lafayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $699 | $2,460 |
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Best Local Schools in West Lafayette, IN
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Lafayette Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Lafayette?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Lafayette is under $780.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Lafayette?
The cheapest apartment in West Lafayette is Woods Edge which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in West Lafayette costs $1,774.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 337 regular apartments in West 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 West Lafayette?
Cheap apartments in West Lafayette have an average cost of $1,075 which is $699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Lafayette.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

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.

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.