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Highlights
- Off street parking
- Unique floor plan
- New paint, laminate flooring
Location
505 1/2 E Main St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
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Property Overview
Off-street parking, a unique floor plan, new paint, and laminate flooring add practical appeal, while 11 photos offer a helpful early look at the space. Nearby parks, gyms, yoga centers, transit options, museums, theaters, and restaurants support an active, connected lifestyle with plenty of options close by.
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Amenities for 505 1/2 E Main St
Features
| Carpet | Hardwood Floor |
| Tile |
Appliances
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking | Outdoor Space |
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 505 1/2 E Main St
Property Id: 1226138 This is a renovated upstairs 2 bedroom 1 bath unit close to downtown and walking distance to the university. The unit has been recently refreshed/remodeled with new paint throughout, new laminate flooring in living area and features a private outdoor staircase which opens into a unique floor plan. The home has original hardwood flooring in the bedrooms and tile in the bathroom (No Carpet). Kitchen comes with the gas stove/oven and refrigerator. Comes with 3 window units, 3 wall gas heaters and lots of windows letting in natural light. Off street parking in front of unit. Pets: No Students: Yes Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Stove, Window Units (3), Gas Heaters (3) Deposit : $700 Electricity, Water, Sewer, Trash: LUS Gas: Atmos Lawncare is included with the rent Backgound check, credit check, income and rental verification Must make 2.5 X the monthly rent Applciation fee of $45 per person over the age of 18. Call for your showing today.
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 505 1/2 E Main St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.8 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 70501 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Lafayette
2-bedroom apartments at 505 1/2 E Main St cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lafayette.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Lafayette
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,097 |
| December 2024 | $1,100 |
| January 2025 | $1,182 |
| February 2025 | $1,199 |
| March 2025 | $1,143 |
| April 2025 | $1,074 |
| May 2025 | $1,066 |
| June 2025 | $1,105 |
| July 2025 | $1,140 |
| August 2025 | $1,118 |
| September 2025 | $1,107 |
| October 2025 | $1,114 |
| November 2025 | $1,117 |
| December 2025 | $1,103 |
| January 2026 | $1,177 |
| February 2026 | $1,200 |
| March 2026 | $1,185 |
| April 2026 | $1,267 |
| May 2026 | $1,277 |
| June 2026 | $1,243 |
| July 2026 | $1,231 |
| August 2026 | $1,200 |
| September 2026 | $1,161 |
| October 2026 | $1,194 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $850 |
Schools near 505 1/2 E Main St
Lerosen Preparatory Academy
516 w pinhook rd
lafayette, LA, 70503
K-12Public
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School
801 mudd ave
lafayette, LA, 70501
K-5Public
C+
Woodvale Elementary School
100 leon dr
lafayette, LA, 70503
PK, K-5Public
A-
Martial Billeaud Elementary School
500 e fairfield dr
broussard, LA, 70518
PK, K-5Public
B+
Neighborhood
Getting around Lafayette near 505 1/2 E Main St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Points of interest for 505 1/2 E Main St, Lafayette
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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