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property at 405 N Salisbury St

$999

5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 14

405 N Salisbury St

West LafayetteIN47906

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6 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent

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525 N Russell St, Unit IC House

525 N Russell St
West LafayetteIN47906

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West Lafayette, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in West Lafayette, IN

Pricing Updated: 03/01/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown West Lafaytte$1,769$595631
Discovery Park$1,832$499679

Cheapest Available West Lafayette Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Lafayette, IN is a Studio unit found at Varsity in the Downtown West Lafaytte neighborhood priced from $599. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VarsityThe Varsity - 109 **Short term Lease**Studio,1BA$599
Stonecrest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Launch3A3BR,3BA$649
The Bluffs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$729
Fairway ApartmentsKingston | Text to Tour 765-735-3515. Priced pe...2BR,1BA$745
Woods EdgeThe Boilermaker1BR,1BA$750
Downtown Lafayette Living!StudioStudio,1BA$750
Where Comfort Meets Value1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$795
AnandaAnanda - Economy - Unit 47 **Available Now**Studio,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Lafayette, IN

As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Lafayette area is the $0.84 price per square foot 122 N 3rd St Model at 122 N 3rd St in the in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value West Lafayette apartment is the Apartments Model at Lark West Lafayette Apartments starting at $559 with a $0.35 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
122 N 3rd St122 N 3rd St2BR,1BA$0.84
Lark West Lafayette ApartmentsApartments3BR,3BA$0.35
Candlelight EstatesLeasing NOW - 2025 Brand new 3bd/2bth homes3BR,2BA$1.06
Lodge on the TrailNevada-PREM3BR,3BA$0.62
The Cottages on Lindberg2 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH2BR,2.5BA$0.77
Barrington WestBarrington West (Middle Level)2BR,1BA$0.87
Mayfair Village3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.03
Fairway ApartmentsKingston | Text to Tour 765-735-3515. Priced pe...2BR,1BA$0.84
Woods EdgeThe Boilermaker1BR,1BA$1.07
232 Pierce St (Pierce Street Apartments)2/12BR,1BA$1.00

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    Frequently Asked Questions about West Lafayette

    What type of rentals are currently available in West Lafayette?

    There are currently 463 Apartments for Rent in West Lafayette, IN with pricing that ranges from $204 to $3,600. There are also 124 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Lafayette ranging from $623 to $3,500.

    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 $623 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,640.

    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 $649 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $699.

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    Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.