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Bloomington, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bloomington, IN

Pricing Updated: 08/27/2025

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$7,665$599279

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 $649. Parkview Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bloomington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo LivingVivo Living - Petite StudioStudio,1BA$649
Parkview ApartmentsLIVEBYTHESTADIUM.COM- Parkview StudioStudio,1BA$680
LoftonLofton - Individual Lease/ Roommate Matching - ...1BR,2BA$749
Woodington Management PropertiesStadium View II1BR,1BA$750
Acadia CourtStudioStudio,1BA$760
CedargateStudio StandardStudio,1BA$800
Canadian Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$800
Sunflower PlaceOne Bed1BR,1BA$800
TCHC1 - 4 Bed, 2 Bath4BR,2BA$802
Continental Terrace2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, IN

As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bloomington area is the $0.74 price per square foot The Shelley Model at Regency Court Apartments in the in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Bloomington apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Nile Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,785 with a $1.16 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.
Regency Court ApartmentsThe Shelley4BR,3.5BA$0.74
Nile Ridge TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,3.5BA$1.16
Hoosier Court Apartments3 Bedroom 3 Bath on Amaryllis3BR,3BA$0.97
Beacon HillBeacon Hill - 3 Bed/2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.06
Hickory GroveMagnolia3BR,1BA$0.96
Hazel Briar CourtRose2BR,2BA$1.13
Urban StationThe Pulse (per bed)2BR,2BA$0.99
The League Bloomington10 North 2x2 Penthouse2BR,2BA$1.05
The Stratum at Indiana2x22BR,2BA$0.99
Continental Terrace2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16

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Bloomington, IN
Population: 84,981

Ranked #399

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bloomington, IN

Ranked #7

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bloomington

What type of rentals are currently available in Bloomington?

There are currently 337 Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, IN with pricing that ranges from $599 to $8,200. There are also 345 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bloomington ranging from $800 to $31,000.

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 $800 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,145.

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 $689 to $4,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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