
Cheap Apartments for Rent with Specials in Bloomington, IN from $300 (22 Rentals)
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Bart Villa Apartments

College Mall Apartments

Hub Bloomington

Sunflower Place - Full Unit for Rent

Elevate Apartments

The Uptown Apartments
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Hillside Manors

Fountain Park Apartments | Specials Available

Meadow Park Apartments | Specials Available

Forest Ridge

Echo Park

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Woods at Latimer (1 bed/1 bath community)
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Woodbridge of Bloomington

Adams Village | Specials Available

Steeplechase Apartments | Specials Available

Westgate on Third

The Boulders at Deer Park

The Fields

Hayden Flats
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1756 W Countryside Ln
Bloomington, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bloomington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington Studio Apartments | $1,114 | $549 | $2,245 |
| Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $695 | $2,100 |
| Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $725 | $3,191 |
| Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,941 | $699 | $6,572 |
| Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $750 | $4,400 |
| Bloomington 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $899 | $6,900 |
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bloomington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bloomington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bloomington is under $852.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bloomington?
The cheapest apartment in Bloomington is Northcrest which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Bloomington costs $8,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bloomington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 80 regular apartments in Bloomington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bloomington?
Cheap apartments in Bloomington have an average cost of $685 which is $7,415 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bloomington.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.