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Apartments under $1,000 for Rent in Lafayette, IN

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  34. Building Photo - 321 S 3rd St
    2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $875

    321 S 3rd St

    321 S 3rd St, Lafayette, IN 47901
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Lafayette at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,037
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School Rating

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Schools in Lafayette
27

Some Transit

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Transportation in Lafayette
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Somewhat Bikeable

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Lafayette, IN Apartments for Rent

Located along the banks of the Wabash River in northwestern Indiana, Lafayette combines historic charm with modern conveniences. Those looking for apartments for rent in Lafayette will find a community founded in 1825 and named after Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette. The city serves as the county seat of Tippecanoe County and forms part of a dynamic area alongside neighboring West Lafayette, home to Purdue University.

Lafayette's rental market spans established neighborhoods like Highland Park, Centennial, and Downtown, where historic architecture meets contemporary living spaces. With average one-bedroom apartment rents around $1,013, Lafayette offers housing options near major employers and attractions. The city provides easy access to the Haan Mansion Museum of Indiana Art, recreational paths along the Wabash River, and convenient transportation via Interstate 65, connecting to Indianapolis (63 miles southeast) and Chicago (125 miles northwest).

Renting in Lafayette

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Getting Around Lafayette

Transportation

42

Car-Dependent

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
44

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
27

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Mccutcheon High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,825 Students
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Jefferson High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,118 Students
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Oakland High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
62 Students
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East Tipp Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
509 Students
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Wea Ridge Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
710 Students
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Wainwright Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
311 Students
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Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
1,043 Students
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Southwestern Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
496 Students
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Mayflower Mill Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
600 Students
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Edgelea Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-4
457 Students
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James Cole Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
300 Students
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Hershey Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
562 Students

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