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124 S 6th St, Unit 1

MULTIPLE OPTIONS- FULL HOUSE OR PARTIAL

1437 Alabama St, Unit #2

308 N 11th St, Unit 308 1/2

911 N 9th St Rd, Unit #3

1902 Salem St

911 N 9th St Rd, Unit #5
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216-218 Tinkler St, Unit 216 Tinkler #A

911 N 9th St Rd, Unit #2

820 S 19th St

1910 Kossuth St

1606 Grove St

1402 Crusade Dr

422 Asher St

217 Pierce St, Unit 3
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217 Pierce St, Unit 217 Pierce St

519 S 1st St, Unit 519.5

1008 North St

2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment

2835 Plaza Ln

1 Bedroom W/ Loft Area

2018 Albany St

721 S 9th St
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515 W Stadium Ave, Unit 5

1123 Main St

549 S 3rd St

1145 Glenway St

261 W Wood St, Unit Wood 14

3540 Bethel Dr, Unit 2

401 Brunswick Dr, Unit 3

1609 Grove St
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1611 Grove St

5813 Huston Rd

1009 North St

1420 Joseph St

612 New York St

2356 N 23 St.

1603 N 15th St

2026 Vinton St
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1819 N 18th St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in West Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Lafayette 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,293 | $840 | $2,695 |
| West Lafayette 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,869 | $850 | $2,629 |
| West Lafayette 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,499 | $1,785 | $3,998 |
| West Lafayette 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,650 | $2,600 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Lafayette, IN
Pricing Updated: 07/15/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Park | $2,291 | $549 | 260 |
| Downtown West Lafaytte | $3,500 | $565 | 231 |
Cheapest Available West Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Lafayette, IN is a Studio unit found at Stonecrest Apartments in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood priced from $625. Windsor West Apartments Homes in the Discovery Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Lafayette apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonecrest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Windsor West Apartments Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
| Launch | 3B | 3BR,3BA | $659 |
| 800-806 N 8th / 718 Union | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| 911 N 9th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 901 N 8th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Woods Edge | The Boilermaker | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Armory Loft | 1 Bdr Triplex | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Monon Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Lafayette, IN
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Lafayette area is the $0.47 price per square foot 204 S 6th St Model at 204 S 6th St, Unit Upstairs Unit in the in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value West Lafayette apartment is the 122 N 3rd St Model at 122 N 3rd St starting at $1,800 with a $0.84 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204 S 6th St, Unit Upstairs Unit | 204 S 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.47 |
| 122 N 3rd St | 122 N 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Lark West Lafayette Townhomes | 3 Bedroom x 3.5 Bathroom Townhouse | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.34 |
| Lark West Lafayette Apartments | 3 Bedroom x 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.35 |
| Lodge on the Trail | Nevada-PREM | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
| McCormick Manor | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath *per Bed Price | 2BR,2BA | $0.70 |
| Fairway Apartments | EARLY MOVE IN AVAILABLE- Turnberry | Text to To... | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Wabash Lofts | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Monon Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Windsor West Apartments Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Lafayette
What type of rentals are currently available in West Lafayette?
There are currently 508 Apartments for Rent in West Lafayette, IN with pricing that ranges from $549 to $3,600. There are also 157 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Lafayette ranging from $649 to $3,998.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Lafayette?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Lafayette ranges from $649 to $3,998 with an average monthly rent of $1,650.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Lafayette?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Lafayette range from $625 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $2,629. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,785 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.