
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Lafayette, IN from $400 (86 Rentals)
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121 Wiggins St

Highland Apartments

2140 E 600 N, Unit 9B

Victory on Salisbury

271 River Road by Weida Apartments
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Downtown Lafayette Living!

Stonecrest Apartments

2007 Stillwell St

1526 N 13th St

1910 Vinton St

1617 Ferry St

Historic Downtown Apartments II

1024 N 8th St

1116-1118 Holloway St
West Lafayette, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Lafayette?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap West Lafayette Studio Apartments | $1,584 | $595 | $1,969 |
Cheap West Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $695 | $4,086 |
Cheap West Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $740 | $4,667 |
Cheap West Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $820 | $3,118 |
Cheap West Lafayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $897 | $1,850 |
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West Lafayette, IN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Lafayette, IN
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the West Lafayette, IN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for West Lafayette Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown West Lafaytte | $1,899 | $595 | 121 |
Discovery Park | $2,694 | $595 | 197 |
Cheapest Available West Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Lafayette, IN is a Studio unit found at Downtown Lafayette Living! in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood priced from $595. Stonecrest Apartments in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Lafayette apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Downtown Lafayette Living! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Stonecrest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Historic Downtown Apartments II | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
Peppermill Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
Crestview Apartments | Crestview III | Studio,1BA | $870 |
Varsity | The Varsity - 306 **Immediate move-in** | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Shai Lynn | 1bd/1bth | 1BR,1BA | $897 |
Victory on Salisbury | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $897 |
The Luna Flats | Luna Flats - 2Bed/2Bath (2C) | 2BR,2BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Lafayette, IN
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Lafayette area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4x3 D Model at Hub on Campus West Lafayette in the in the Downtown West Lafaytte neighborhood starting from $1,145. The second greatest value West Lafayette apartment is the 2 Bedroom Corner Unit for 3 People Model at Hi Vine by Weida Apartments starting at $999 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hub on Campus West Lafayette | 4x3 D | 4BR,3BA | $0.93 |
Hi Vine by Weida Apartments | 2 Bedroom Corner Unit for 3 People | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
502-524 S 15th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
1311 Richards St, Unit B | 1311 Richards St | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Southridge Commons | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
The Luna Flats | Luna Flats - 2Bed/2Bath (2C) | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Victory on Salisbury | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Woods Edge | The Boilermaker | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Shai Lynn | 1bd/1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Historic Downtown Apartments II | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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West Lafayette Overview
West Lafayette, IN, situated on the mighty Wabash River in the northwestern part of the state, is one of Indiana?s most popular cities, being the home of Purdue University and many medical, tech, and research companies yet with the small-town feel and homespun outlook that the Hoosier state is famous for. Residents enjoy lots of entertainment, dining, and shopping choices in this diverse and vibrant college town. Being located just a couple of hours drive from both Chicago and Indianapolis makes the city a pleasant and convenient place to call home for those who commute to work in either town but don?t want to live there. An apartment in West Lafayette is a great choice for families and singles alike.
Why live in West Lafayette, IN?
One of the biggest reasons to choose an apartment in West Lafayette is the people here. Midwestern values mean welcoming, friendly neighbors and friends. The climate is neither too hot nor cold, and there are plenty of employment opportunities nearby. Families will find it a good place to raise kids.
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Getting Around West Lafayette, IN
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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 $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Lafayette?
The cheapest apartment in West Lafayette is Downtown Lafayette Living! which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in West Lafayette costs $2,296.
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 69 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 $711 which is $1,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Lafayette.
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