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411 W 8th St, Bloomington, IN 47404
(930) 203-1824
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The Ellis

411 W 8th St
Bloomington, IN 47404
(930) 203-1824
The Ellis in Bloomington, IN - Building Photo
  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,275-$3,450Pricing
  • 466–1,175Square Feet

About The Ellis

Introducing The Ellis, a contemporary impresario of apartment living. Embodying a perfect blend of history and modernity, The Ellis is founded on the historic Johnson's Creamery. Dating back to 1914, the property echoes elegance with its charismatic red brick exterior, iconic 1949 smokestack, and enriching parapets. Our luxurious apartment suites, furnished for your comfort, offer an array of floor plans - from studios to three-bedroom arrangements. Each unit beams with modern features and finishes that effortlessly align with any lifestyle. The Ellis provides residents with conveniences such as a well-equipped fitness center, private courtyard complete with a fire pit, and ambient lighting. This, paired with our lenient pet policy, creates an inclusive living experience. Experience The Ellis - where history meets modern living. Revel in the charm of our historic location whilst relishing the conveniences of contemporary living. Your fully furnished residence, equipped with modern amenities and a community to match, awaits!

The Ellis is located in the Downtown Bloomington IN Neighborhood and 47404 Zip code of Bloomington, IN.

Property Contact Info

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Ellis offers Studio to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,275 and having 466–1,175 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    The Ellis - Studio (SB)

    $1,275

    Studio, 1 Bath, 466 sq ft
    Available Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,275Available NowThe Ellis - Studio (SB)466 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,275

  • 1 Bedroom

    The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1B)

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 565 sq ft
    Available Aug 13, 2026

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,499August 13, 2026The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1B)565 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,499

    The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1C)

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 580 sq ft
    Available Aug 13, 2026

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,499August 13, 2026The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1C)580 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,499

    The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1A)

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 630 sq ft
    Available Aug 13, 2026

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,499August 13, 2026The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1A)630 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,499

    The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1D)

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 632 sq ft
    Available Aug 13, 2026
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,499August 13, 2026The Ellis - 1 Bed/1 Bath (Layout 1D)632 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,499

  • 2 Bedrooms

    The Ellis - 2 Bed/2 Bath (Layout 2A)

    $2,500

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 863 sq ft
    Available Aug 13, 2026

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,500August 13, 2026The Ellis - 2 Bed/2 Bath (Layout 2A)863 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,500

    The Ellis - 2 Bed/2 Bath (Layout 2B)

    $2,500

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 946 sq ft
    Available Aug 13, 2026

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,500August 13, 2026The Ellis - 2 Bed/2 Bath (Layout 2B)946 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,500

    The Ellis - 2 Bed/2 Bath (Layout 2C)

    $2,500

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 980 sq ft
    Available Aug 13, 2026
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,500August 13, 2026The Ellis - 2 Bed/2 Bath (Layout 2C)980 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,500

  • 3 Bedrooms

    The Ellis - 3 Bed/3 Bath - LIMITED TIME REDUCED...

    From $2,999

    3 Beds, 3 Baths, 1175 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,999Available NowThe Ellis - 3 Bed/3 Bath - LIMITED TIME REDUCED...1175 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Internet
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,999 - $3,450
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Lease Terms

  • 12 mo
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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$59

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $299 Fee

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $299 Fee

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Internet
  • Stainless Appliances

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
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411 W 8th St, Bloomington, IN 47404
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Hours and Contact Info

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(930) 203-1824
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Ellis

Where is The Ellis located?

The Ellis is located at 411 W 8th St near the Downtown Bloomington IN area of Bloomington, IN

What is the current rent range at The Ellis?

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments at The Ellis currently range from $1,275 to $3,450

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Ellis are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The The Ellis Apartments are 38.55% more expensive than the average apartment in the Downtown Bloomington IN area, and 35.1% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Bloomington IN Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,275$1,026+$24924.3%
    1 Bedroom$1,499$1,238+$26121.1%
    2 Bedroom$2,500$1,589+$91157.3%
    3 Bedroom$2,999$1,980+$1,01951.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Bloomington

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,275$1,037+$23823.0%
    1 Bedroom$1,499$1,345+$15411.4%
    2 Bedroom$2,500$1,635+$86552.9%
    3 Bedroom$2,999$1,959+$1,04053.1%

    Methodology: On 12/01/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 829 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Ellis (Downtown Bloomington IN), and 615 other apartment communities in Bloomington using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 12/01/2025

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Nearby Schools

Fairview Elementary School

Monroe County Com Sch Corp
627 West 8th Street
Public School - Grades PK-6 (301 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
5/10

Tri-North Middle School

Monroe County Com Sch Corp
1000 West 15th Street
Public School - Grades 7-8 (574 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
7/10

Bloomington High School North

Monroe County Com Sch Corp
3901 North Kinser Pike
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1590 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.2 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Ellis.

Big Box and Retail

Autozone

2437 W 3rd St
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away

Kohl's

3140 W Whitehall Crossing Blvd
5 minute drive / 1.73 miles away

Lowe's

350 N Gates Dr
5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Indiana University at Bloomington

107 South Indiana Ave.
4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away

Groceries

Kroger

4025 S Old State Road 37
7 minute drive / 3.48 miles away

Hospitals

Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital

601 W Second St
1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away

Bloomington Meadows Hospital

3600 N Prow Rd
5 minute drive / 2.55 miles away

Monroe Hospital

4011 S Monroe Medical Park Blvd
8 minute drive / 3.82 miles away

Shopping Centers

Fountain Square

101 W Kirkwood Ave
1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away

Dunkirk Square

430 E Kirkwood Ave
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

Carmichael Center

530 E Kirkwood Ave
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

The Ellis has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Downtown Bloomington IN

Studio to 7 Bedroom Apartments from $549
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Bloomington Studio Apartments $1,037$549$2,314
Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,345$550$2,040
Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,635$700$10,000+
Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,959$650$6,317
Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,875$739$5,851
Bloomington 5 Bedroom Apartments $4,095$699$8,500

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