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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Gas fireplace
  • Large windows
  • 9 foot ceilings
  • Close to shopping
  • 2 pet limit
  • Carport

Location

512 S 500 E #505, Lafayette, IN 47905, USA
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Management

Sorola Properties

Leasing office

(765) 413-5885

Property Overview

Portledge Commons offers 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in central Lafayette with strong overall value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. Features like a gas fireplace, large windows, 9-foot ceilings, and a carport add appeal, while nearby shopping and pet-related conveniences support everyday ease.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Public transit nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Beautiful 1 Bedroom 1 bath apartment with fireplace, carport, electronic entry1 bed1 bath803 sqft$1,175 /mo1 unit available
2 BR, 2 bath apartment with gas fireplace, electronic entry, stainless steel appliances2 bed2 bath1,153 sqft$1,275 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette

Apartment Amenities

9 ft CeilingsAttic
Ceiling FanFireplace
Gas FireplaceHigh Ceilings
Large WindowsStainless Steel Stove
UpdatedUpdated Bathrooms
Updated Kitchen

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stainless Steel AppliancesStainless Steel Dishwasher
Stainless Steel MicrowaveStainless Steel Refrigerator
StoveWasher and Dryer

Tech

Electronic Entry

Building

CarportCats OK
Dogs OK

Grounds

Outside Storage

Services

Trash RemovalWater and Sewage

Other

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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units72

About Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette

HomeApartments in Lafayette Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette

Portledge Commons is a beautiful apartment community tucked away in an often unnoticed part of Lafayette. It is close to shopping, restaurants and 5 minutes to Purdue University. Portledge Commons is comprised of 1 bedroom 1 bath and 2 bedroom 2 bath apartments. It offers a level of amenity, privacy, and gracious living. These apartments have a gas fireplace for those relaxing evenings, 9 foot ceilings and large windows. Most apartments include a carport with additional attic storage. The few apartments that do not include a carport are $25 less/month. Resident pays for electric and gas. Management company pays for water, sewage and trash. No smoking is allowed in the apartment. Pet Policy: Pets must be authorized. Cat fee is $20/month and must be over 6 months old. Dog fee is $40/month and must be over 12 months old and weigh under 25 lbs. Both must be fixed and trained. There is a $300 REFUNDABLE per pet deposit. There is a 2 pet limit.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 253 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Public transit nearby
Only 0.7 miles from transit
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Extra storage
In-unit features
Fireplace
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 3.7 miles away

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Rent trends in Lafayette

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 27% higher than 1-bedrooms in Lafayette.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette to be 6% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lafayette.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Lafayette
A table of studio rental data trends in Lafayette
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$913
December 2024$955
January 2025$999
February 2025$993
March 2025$974
April 2025$875
May 2025$851
June 2025$893
July 2025$894
August 2025$839
September 2025$770
October 2025$773
November 2025$811
December 2025$900
January 2026$903
February 2026$899
March 2026$895
April 2026$872
May 2026$852
June 2026$841
July 2026$770
August 2026$780
September 2026$821
October 2026$778

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 512 S 500 E #505?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$47,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,175.
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Schools near Portledge Commons, 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments, carport, central Lafayette

Wyandotte Elementary School

5865 e 50 s

lafayette, IN, 47905

K-5Public
A-

Bauer Family Resource - Copper Gate

3130 coppergate circle

lafayette, IN, 47909

PKPublic
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Getting around Lafayette near 512 S 500 E #505

Walking

1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 512 S 500 E #505, Lafayette

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a short drive

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