Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown West Lafaytte Neighborhood of West Lafayette, IN from $400 (60 Rentals)

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330 Sylvia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

330 Sylvia St

330 Sylvia StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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Parkwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

261 W Wood StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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Cedarwood Apartments
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarwood Apartments

515-527 N Grant StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
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Varsity
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Varsity

101 Andrew PlWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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Aberdeen
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Aberdeen

250 S Salisbury StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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The Josie
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Josie

427 N Salisbury StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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112 Pierce St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Pierce St

112 Pierce StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
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Waterfront Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Waterfront Apartments

320 Brown StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
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224 S. Salisbury St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

224 S. Salisbury St.

224 S Salisbury StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
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Basham Rental
2 Bedroom Apartments

Basham Rental

248 S Chauncey AveWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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Woodcrest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodcrest

102 Wood StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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231 Sheetz St
1 Bedroom Apartments

231 Sheetz St

231 Sheetz StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
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166 E Stadium Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

166 E Stadium Ave

166 E Stadium AveWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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Pierce Street Suites
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pierce Street Suites

202 Pierce StWest Lafayette, IN 47906

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Global Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Global Village

139 Northwestern AveWest Lafayette, IN 47906
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111 Wiggins St
2 Bedroom Apartments

111 Wiggins St

111 Wiggins StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
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Zia's Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Zia's Place

108 N Salisbury StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing
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Parkview Apartments
Studio Apartments

Parkview Apartments

221 W Wood StWest Lafayette, IN 47906
Student Housing

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CNC Leasing Group
1 Bedroom Apartments

CNC Leasing Group

1031 N 6th StLafayette, IN 47904
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Monon Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monon Place

510 Salem StLafayette, IN 47904
Student Housing
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Wall Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wall Street

704 N 6th StLafayette, IN 47901
Student Housing
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Uptown West
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown West

705-707 N 5th StLafayette, IN 47901
Student Housing
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Downtown West Lafaytte, West Lafayette, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown West Lafaytte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown West Lafaytte area of West Lafayette, IN is a Studio unit found at Varsity priced from $599. Launch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $624. Here are the most affordable Downtown West Lafaytte apartments for rent in West Lafayette, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VarsityThe Varsity - 109 **Short term Lease**Studio,1BA$599
Launch3B3BR,3BA$624
Wall StreetWall Street - Unit 1 ** Short Term Lease **1BR,1BA$715
800-806 N 8th / 718 Union0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$725
Downtown Lafayette Living!StudioStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown West Lafaytte, IN

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown West Lafaytte area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Brownstone Condominiums in the in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Downtown West Lafaytte apartment is the 809 Vine St Model at 809 Vine St, Unit Bedroom 2 starting at $800 with a $0.56 price per square foot in the Discovery Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown West Lafaytte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brownstone Condominiums2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$1.27
809 Vine St, Unit Bedroom 2809 Vine St1BR,1BA$0.56
320 Brown St, Unit 407320 Brown St3BR,2BA$1.12
The Union ApartmentsUnion St. - 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.22
900 N 10th St, Unit 900900 N 10th St1BR,1BA$1.10
1102 N 10th St, Unit 41102 N 10th StStudio ,1BA$1.05
Wall StreetWall Street - Unit 1 ** Short Term Lease **1BR,1BA$1.09
1000 Heath St, Unit A1000 Heath St1BR,1BA$1.25
624 New York St, Unit A624 New York StStudio ,1BA$1.10
703 S 4th St, Unit 1703 S 4th St1BR,1BA$1.24

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown West Lafaytte, West Lafayette, IN

Ranked #2

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown West Lafaytte Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown West Lafaytte?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown West Lafaytte is under $750.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown West Lafaytte?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown West Lafaytte is Wall Street which is listed at $715, while the average apartment in Downtown West Lafaytte costs $5,520.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown West Lafaytte?

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 318 regular apartments in Downtown West Lafaytte 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 Downtown West Lafaytte?

Cheap apartments in Downtown West Lafaytte have an average cost of $1,342 which is $4,178 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown West Lafaytte.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.