Experience the best of Lafayette living at The Historic Lahr Apartments. This landmark building, originally one of the Midwest's first hotels, has been a downtown staple since the 1830s. After a full renovation, the Lahr now offers 74 stunning apartments, each with a unique floor plan, combining modern luxury with historic charm.
Located in the heart of downtown, you'll be steps away from the best of Lafayette. Explore quaint shops, art galleries, and diverse restaurants. Spend your Saturdays Browse the Historic Farmers Market, one of Indiana's oldest outdoor markets. Plus, with a convenient location just five minutes from Purdue University's campus, you'll enjoy the perfect balance of a vibrant downtown lifestyle and easy access to your classes and campus events.
The ground floor of the Lahr is a hub of activity, featuring one of Lafayette's most beloved businesses, The Knickerbocker Saloon, officially recognized as "Indiana's Oldest Bar."
Inside your apartment, you'll find a perfect blend of old and new. Every home features modern amenities like granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood floors, all while preserving the building's rich historic details.
Ready to find your new home in a piece of Lafayette history? Contact our friendly and professional leasing team today, and follow us on Instagram for all the latest community events happening right outside your future front door.
6-12 months
Apartment for rent
Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Garage parking
Electric, heat pump
What's special
Modern amenitiesRich historic detailsGranite countertopsStainless steel appliancesHardwood floors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave Oven, Oven, Range, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit, Shared
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,055 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Controlled Access, Garden, Granite Countertops, Parcel Pending, Stainless Steel Appliances, Townhome
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Features: Garden
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1865
- Major remodel year: 2015
Building
Details
- Building name: Lahr Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Management
Location
- Region: Lafayette
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $1,671+6.1%$2/sqft |
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| 4/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,575$1/sqft |
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