Downtown Lafayette vs Fairfield

Lafayette, LA Neighborhood Comparison

Downtown Lafayette's median sale price is $448k, about $124k (38%) more than Fairfield's $323k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Downtown Lafayette
$448k median
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Neighborhood B
Fairfield
$323k median
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Downtown Lafayette
Metric
Fairfield
$448k
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Median Price
$323k
Downtown Lafayette
Median Price
100%
Fairfield
Median Price
72%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Lafayette or Fairfield more expensive?

Downtown Lafayette has a median home price of $448k and Fairfield is $323k. Fairfield is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Downtown Lafayette or Fairfield?

Downtown Lafayette has no school rating on file and Fairfield has no school rating on file (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Downtown Lafayette has no Walk Score on file. Fairfield has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.