
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Bloomington IN Neighborhood of Bloomington, IN from $800 (40 Rentals)
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1101 S Rogers St

416 E 2nd St

308 S Madison St

1105 S Rogers St, Unit 1

420 S Fess Ave

1232 S College Mall Rd
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726 W 6th St

1286 S College Mall Rd

615 N Lincoln St

519 E 8th St

1003 W 11th St

1906 E Maxwell Ln

313 W 14th St

1101 S Rogers St

1101 S Rogers St

521 W Wylie St

1336 S College Mall Rd

1368 S College Mall Rd
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1601 S Dorchester Dr

515 E Smith Ave

217 S Roosevelt St

1618 S Pinestone Ct

525 E Smith Ave

1374 S College Mall Rd

1014 W Cottage Grove Ave

1304 N Kinser Pike

210 E 11th St

2428 S Madison St

128 N Clark St
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1517 E Maxwell Ln

537 E Smith Ave

1221 W 6th St

1904 E Maxwell Ln

2412 S Woolery Mill Dr

2424 S Milton Dr

424 N Roosevelt St
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109 E 12th St

1204 S College Mall Rd

2301 E 5th St
Downtown Bloomington IN, Bloomington, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Bloomington IN?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Bloomington IN 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,673 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
Downtown Bloomington IN 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,492 | $1,400 | $5,550 |
Downtown Bloomington IN 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,672 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Bloomington IN 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,547 | $3,250 | $7,500 |
Downtown Bloomington IN 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,830 | $3,000 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bloomington IN Neighborhood of Bloomington, IN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bloomington IN Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bloomington IN area of Bloomington, IN is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living priced from $749. Cedargate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bloomington IN apartments for rent in Bloomington, IN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vivo Living | Vivo Living - Petite Studio | Studio,1BA | $749 |
Cedargate | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Continental Terrace | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
Northcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Union at Crescent | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $866 |
Kingston Manor | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $875 |
The Crossing at Pete Ellis | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
3 Square | H | Studio,1BA | $950 |
530 N Lincoln | 530 N Lincoln - 07 | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Brandon Court | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bloomington IN, IN
As of July 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bloomington IN area is the $0.76 price per square foot The Blake Model at Regency Court Apartments in the in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Downtown Bloomington IN apartment is the 3 Bedroom 3 Bath on Amaryllis Model at Hoosier Court Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bloomington IN apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Regency Court Apartments | The Blake | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.76 |
Hoosier Court Apartments | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath on Amaryllis | 3BR,3BA | $0.97 |
Stageyard | The Celer (per bed) | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
Urban Station | The Vertex (per bed) | 3BR,3BA | $0.79 |
Hickory Grove | Magnolia | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Park on Morton | 2x2 Corner | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
The League Bloomington | 10 North 2x2 XL | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
The Quarters Bloomington | A2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Brandon Court | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Continental Terrace | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Bloomington IN
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Bloomington IN?
There are currently 279 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bloomington IN, IN with pricing that ranges from $595 to $8,200. There are also 167 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Bloomington IN ranging from $825 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Bloomington IN?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Bloomington IN ranges from $825 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,019.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Bloomington IN?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Bloomington IN range from $689 to $4,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $5,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $689.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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