Cheap Homes for Rent in Bloomington, IN from $600 (58 Rentals)

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property at 517 S Rogers St

$725

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$725

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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517 S Rogers St

BloomingtonIN47403
property at 409 E 1st St

$800

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$800

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5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 15

409 E 1st St

BloomingtonIN47401

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property at 606 E Sherwood Hills Dr

$1,100

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$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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606 E Sherwood Hills Dr

BloomingtonIN47401

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

property at 2473 S Brittany Ln

$1,420

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$1,420

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 10

2473 S Brittany Ln

BloomingtonIN47401

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Bloomington, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bloomington, IN

Pricing Updated: 05/04/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bloomington, IN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bloomington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Bloomington IN$8,100$72543

Cheapest Available Bloomington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bloomington, IN is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood priced from $549. 3 Square in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bloomington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo LivingVivo Living - Petite StudioStudio,1BA$549
3 SquareJStudio,1BA$750
Hub Bloomington4x2 Pod4BR,2BA$799
Northcrest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Town and CountryTown and Country - 08Studio,1BA$815
Park North ApartmentsPark North - Renovated Studio Apartments - AVAI...Studio,1BA$815
Woodland Springs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
College Square ApartmentsThe Walnut1BR,1BA$852
Continental Terrace2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$860
Kingston ManorEfficiencyStudio,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, IN

As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bloomington area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedroom with a den Model at Stapleton in the in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Bloomington apartment is the 4 Bedroom TH Model at Hidden Hills at Oakdale starting at $1,760 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bloomington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stapleton3 Bedroom with a den3BR,2.5BA$1.17
Hidden Hills at Oakdale4 Bedroom TH4BR,2BA$1.35
The Park on Morton3x3 Balcony - Classic3BR,3BA$0.82
The Quarters BloomingtonA4 - 4x44BR,4BA$0.63
StageyardThe Destination (per bed)2BR,2BA$1.28
Woodland Springs3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.19
The MonroeB22BR,2BA$1.18
Continental Terrace2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16
The Crossing at Pete Ellis1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.32
Hickory GrovePlum1BR,1BA$1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bloomington

What type of rentals are currently available in Bloomington?

There are currently 371 Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, IN with pricing that ranges from $549 to $8,100. There are also 273 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bloomington ranging from $675 to $14,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bloomington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bloomington ranges from $675 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,286.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bloomington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bloomington range from $699 to $6,270, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $4,620. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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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.

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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.

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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.