
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, CA from $1,500 (38 Rentals)
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Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lafayette?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Lafayette Studio Apartments | $2,533 | $1,595 | $4,645 |
Cheap Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $1,800 | $7,542 |
Cheap Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,691 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,422 | $3,204 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lafayette, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vanguard Apartments in the Burton Valley neighborhood priced from $1,895. The Morgan Apartments in the Los Palos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lafayette apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vanguard Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Park Place Apartments | Junior 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Alpine Park | Studio 5 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments | One Bedroom Partial Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Kingston Place Apartments | The Luxor | 2BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,124 |
Walnut Creek Apartments | 2B/ 1B #47 | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lafayette area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Waldon neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Lafayette apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at 3543 Brook Street starting at $2,950 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
3543 Brook Street | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Vista Terrace Apartments | 3x2C | 3BR,2BA | $2.86 |
1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
Walnut Creek Apartments | 2B/ 1B #47 | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Park Place Apartments | Junior 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
1054 Stuart St, Unit 1054 | 1054 Stuart St | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Lafayette Overview
Lafayette in Contra Costa County is one of the best places to live in California. Lafayette has a distinctly suburban vibe, but it is close enough to Oakland and San Francisco for easy commuting by car and by BART.
Why live in Lafayette, CA?
Lafayette is a nice town, filled with kind people. Most crime rates are 70 to 80 percent lower than the national average. Diversity is a little low, but residents of Lafayette are welcoming of every race, gender, and voice. The local town celebrations are low-key and laid-back. They include an annual food and wine festival, a celebration of singing in Welsh, fun runs, and a kids' book fair.
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Lafayette, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lafayette Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lafayette?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lafayette is at 2323 San Juan Ave listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lafayette Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lafayette Apartment is $1,895 at Vanguard Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lafayette Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lafayette is starting from $2,099 at Kingston Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lafayette Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lafayette Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1038 on Second and starts from $3,210.
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