
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (32 Rentals)
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Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lafayette?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lafayette Studio Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
Downtown Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $1,895 | $6,205 |
Downtown Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,229 | $2,000 | $6,340 |
Downtown Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,965 | $3,204 | $4,726 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lafayette area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 2323 San Juan Ave priced from $1,950. The Morgan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lafayette apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,405 |
3448 OHC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Atrium Downtown | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,843 |
3543 Brook Street | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,950 |
1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3,210 |
Lafayette Oaks | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $3,526 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lafayette, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lafayette area is the $2.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at 3543 Brook Street in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown Lafayette apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $3,210 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3543 Brook Street | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Lafayette Oaks | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $3.36 |
Atrium Downtown | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
3448 OHC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.90 |
Getting Around the Downtown Lafayette Neighborhood in Lafayette, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lafayette Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lafayette Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lafayette Apartment is $2,150 at The Morgan Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lafayette Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lafayette is starting from $2,542 at Flora.
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