
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shadow Lakes Neighborhood of Carmel, IN from $761 (37 Rentals)
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Shadow Lakes, Carmel, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shadow Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,432 | $1,078 | $2,087 |
| Shadow Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $1,010 | $2,640 |
| Shadow Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,103 | $1,200 | $4,282 |
| Shadow Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,563 | $4,466 |
| Shadow Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,535 | $5,535 | $5,535 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Shadow Lakes Neighborhood of Carmel, IN.
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Cheapest Available Shadow Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shadow Lakes area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Main Street on the Monon priced from $1,144. Highpointe on Meridian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,215. Here are the most affordable Shadow Lakes apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street on the Monon | A2 Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $1,144 |
| Highpointe on Meridian | U1 Bear - 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| The Union at Grand Junction | Midland | Studio,1BA | $1,256 |
| Lakes of Carmel | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,319 |
| Bridgewater | The Beeson | 1BR,1BA | $1,324 |
| The Village on Spring Mill | Verdi - 1 bed 1 bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,337 |
| Pebble Brook Village | Bay Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1,387 |
| Mezz 42 | Fermata - 7175S1 Studio (605 sqft) A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shadow Lakes, IN
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shadow Lakes area is the $1.62 price per square foot B1 Kendall Model at Old Town On The Monon in the in the Beacon Point neighborhood starting from $2,024. The second greatest value Shadow Lakes apartment is the 7183B2 2x1.5 Townhome (1056 sqft) Model at Park Lane Apartments starting at $1,749 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Beacon Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shadow Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town On The Monon | B1 Kendall | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Park Lane Apartments | 7183B2 2x1.5 Townhome (1056 sqft) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| Pebble Brook Village | Crooked Stick | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Flats at Spring Mill Station | The Harriet | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Village on Spring Mill | Purcell - 1 bed 1 bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 124 Maple St, Unit 124 | 124 Maple St | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Bridgewater | The Beeson | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Lakes of Carmel | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Main Street on the Monon | A2 Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shadow Lakes Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shadow Lakes?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shadow Lakes is under $1,399.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shadow Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in Shadow Lakes is Main Street on the Monon which is listed at $1,144, while the average apartment in Shadow Lakes costs $1,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shadow Lakes?
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 4 regular apartments in Shadow Lakes 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 Shadow Lakes?
Cheap apartments in Shadow Lakes have an average cost of $256 which is $1,439 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shadow Lakes.
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