
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown West Lafaytte Neighborhood of West Lafayette, IN from $400 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown West Lafaytte area of West Lafayette.


203-205 W Stadium Ave

121 W Stadium Ave, Unit 4
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912 Roberts St

718 Brown St

800-806 N 8th St

620-622 S 10th St
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822 N 7th St

521 S 9th St

811-813 Union St
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Downtown West Lafaytte, West Lafayette, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown West Lafaytte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown West Lafaytte Studio Apartments | $1,510 | $625 | $2,449 |
| Downtown West Lafaytte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $595 | $9,999 |
| Downtown West Lafaytte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $719 | $9,999 |
| Downtown West Lafaytte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $624 | $2,700 |
| Downtown West Lafaytte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $1,025 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown West Lafaytte Neighborhood of West Lafayette, IN.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varsity | The Varsity - 109 **Short term Lease** | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Launch | 3B | 3BR,3BA | $624 |
| Wall Street | Wall Street - Unit 1 ** Short Term Lease ** | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| 800-806 N 8th / 718 Union | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Downtown Lafayette Living! | Studio | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownstone Condominiums | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| 809 Vine St, Unit Bedroom 2 | 809 Vine St | 1BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| 320 Brown St, Unit 407 | 320 Brown St | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Union Apartments | Union St. - 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 900 N 10th St, Unit 900 | 900 N 10th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 1102 N 10th St, Unit 4 | 1102 N 10th St | Studio ,1BA | $1.05 |
| Wall Street | Wall Street - Unit 1 ** Short Term Lease ** | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1000 Heath St, Unit A | 1000 Heath St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 624 New York St, Unit A | 624 New York St | Studio ,1BA | $1.10 |
| 703 S 4th St, Unit 1 | 703 S 4th St | 1BR,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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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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