Lafayette, LA Apartments For Rent
396 rentals
- NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,220 - $2,055/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsSilo Creek Apartments | Frem Boustany Dr,
Lafayette, LA 70508 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,550 - $2,696/mo2-3 Beds2-3 BathsMagnolia Point Cottages & Townhomes | Marblehead Ave,
Lafayette, LA 70506 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,290 - $1,740/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsChateau Des Lions Apartment Homes | Johnston St,
Lafayette, LA 70503 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,115 - $1,525/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsAudubon Lake Apartment Homes | Kaliste Saloom Rd,
Lafayette, LA 70508 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- $1,270 - $1,640/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Reserve at River Place | Ambassador Caffrey Blvd,
Lafayette, LA 70508 - $1,110 - $1,604/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsLa Veranda at Polly Lane Apartments | Polly Ln,
Lafayette, LA 70508 - $1,125 - $1,780/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsChateau Mirage Apartment Homes | Rue Du Belier,
Lafayette, LA 70506 - $1,000 - $1,819/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsMainstreet at River Ranch | Settlers Trace Blvd,
Lafayette, LA 70508 - $780 - $990/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCity Heights Steeplechase C.H.A.M. | Marie Antoinette St,
Lafayette, LA 70506 - Total price$1,075 - $1,535/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsLafayette Gardens Apartments | E Martial Ave,
Lafayette, LA 70508 - Total price$905 - $1,156/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsMaison Bocage | Marie Antoinette St,
Lafayette, LA 70506 - $1,167 - $1,471/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsReserve at Squirrel Run | W Old Spanish Trl,
New Iberia, LA 70560 - $810 - $1,205/moStudio-1 Bed1-2 BathsAcadian Crossing/Utilities Included | E Evangeline Thruway,
Broussard, LA 70518 - Total price$1,311 - $1,637/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Waters at Settlers Trace | Settlers Trace Blvd,
Lafayette, LA 70508
What Locals Say about Lafayette
Review Highlights
Lafayette pulses with local culture, easy living, short drives, family fun, and food galore. People love the friendly, safe vibe, festivals, great food, short commutes, and parks. They gripe about traffic, scarce transit and sidewalks, some flooding, and spotty schools.
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Types of apartment in Lafayette, LA
Lafayette, LA has a wide mix of apartments and houses for rent. Near Downtown, Freetown-Port Rico, and Saint Streets, you can find older brick and wood-frame apartments, duplexes, and small houses with porches, shutters, and covered parking. Some units sit in converted homes, so layouts can feel less uniform. Interiors in these older apartments often include larger windows, separate dining rooms, and less closet space.Farther south near River Ranch, Broadmoor, and around Kaliste Saloom Road, many apartments are in newer garden-style communities with stucco or brick exteriors, wider parking lots, and shared courtyards or pools. Around Oil Center and along Johnston Street, apartments often sit close to offices, shops, and major roads, so access can be easy but traffic can be part of the tradeoff. In north Lafayette and around Carencro-facing edges, houses for rent and low-rise apartments can be more spread out. Many apartments here have simple exterior designs, open living rooms, and in-unit laundry connections.
Getting around Lafayette, LA
Lafayette Transit System, the city bus service, covers key parts of town, including Downtown, Northside, and the Oil Center area, but service can be limited depending on the route. Driving is a big part of how people get around, and many apartments include surface parking. Johnston Street, Ambassador Caffery Parkway, and Kaliste Saloom Road can carry a lot of traffic. Walking works better near Downtown and River Ranch. Biking can work on shorter trips, though bike infrastructure is uneven.Living in Lafayette, LA
Lafayette is known for live music, Cajun and Creole food, and festivals, and those can shape where you choose to rent. Downtown near Parc Sans Souci and Jefferson Street puts you close to restaurants, bars, and events. Moncus Park and the Cajundome area are major local landmarks. Work in healthcare, oil and gas, hospitality, and retail supports demand for apartments in several parts of the city.Average Rent Trends in Lafayette, LA
Rent in Lafayette, LA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | $1,450 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,430 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,460 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,500 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,495 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,400 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,450 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,500 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,495 |
| May 2026 | $1,489 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,462 |
| Jul 2026 | $1,395 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In July 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $935 | $1,200 | $1,800 | $2,350 | $1,350 |
| Townhomes | $650 | $1,500 | $1,695 | — | $1,595 |
| Apartments and Condos | $825 | $1,150 | $1,845 | — | $1,050 |
| Houses | $750 | $1,200 | $1,800 | $2,500 | $1,750 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Lafayette, LA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Lafayette, LA?The average rent of an apartment in Lafayette, LA is $996 per month. This is about 49% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Lafayette, LA?In the last year, the average rent in Lafayette, LA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,300 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Lafayette, LA?In the last year, the average rent in Lafayette, LA was highest in Nov 2025 when it was $1,500 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Lafayette, LA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Lafayette, LA is $935 per month. That is about $665 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Lafayette, LA?There are 382 available rental listings in Lafayette, LA.
- What colleges and universities are in Lafayette, LA?Colleges and universities in Lafayette, LA include: University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
- What are some zip codes in Lafayette, LA?
- What are some cities near Lafayette, LA?Some nearby cities include: Scott, Duson, Broussard, Carencro, Youngsville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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