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Lafayette, LA 70508
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Rental Market Trends in Lafayette, LA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Lafayette, LA is $1,004/month.
Rent in Lafayette is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,004/month
Average Rent
702 Sq Ft
Average Size
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Change / Year
1,723
Available Apartments
Lafayette rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Lafayette average $754 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Lafayette average $1,004 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Lafayette average $1,190 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Lafayette average $1,589 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Lafayette, LA?
Rents have remained stable over the past year, with little overall movement.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Lafayette, LA
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
43%
$700 - $1,000/month
43%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
10%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
2%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lafayette?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Lafayette is the most affordable neighborhood in Lafayette.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lafayette?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Lafayette is the most expensive neighborhood in Lafayette.
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Which Lafayette neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Lafayette with the most apartments available is Downtown Lafayette .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lafayette, LA?
Because the average rent in Lafayette is $1,004, you’ll want to make about $3,346 per month or $40,152 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Lafayette, LA is 13.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Lafayette is 37.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $754 - $1,589. You can expect to pay 2.7% less for groceries, 9.5% less for utilities, and 1.0% less for transportation.
How does Lafayette, LA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Lafayette, LA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Lafayette Area GuideStudio
$958/month
$958/month
One Bedroom
$1,336/month
$1,336/month
Two Bedroom
$1,464/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Scott
Avg Rent: $1,269/month
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Broussard
Avg Rent: $1,305/month
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Youngsville
Avg Rent: $1,196/month
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Maurice
Avg Rent: $1,040/month
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Breaux Bridge
Avg Rent: $725/month
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Rayne
Avg Rent: $979/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Lafayette?
The average rent in Lafayette is $1,004 per month, which is 39.7% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Lafayette?
The average rent for a house in Lafayette, LA is $1,864 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Lafayette?
The average rent for a townhome in Lafayette, LA is $1,459 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Lafayette?
The average rent for a condo in Lafayette, LA is $831 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Lafayette?
Rents in Lafayette, LA are relatively stable, with minimal month-over-month change.
What rent range is most common in Lafayette?
In Lafayette, LA, 43% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.