
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shadow Lakes Neighborhood of Carmel, IN from $700 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Shadow Lakes area of Carmel.


The Kent at Carmel City Center

Main Street on the Monon

Carmel Landing Apartment Homes

Carmel Woods

Alexandria of Carmel Apartments

335 1st Ave NW

Providence at Old Meridian

Gramercy

Lakes of Carmel
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The Gallery Apartments

Avant

VER at Proscenium Apartments

Carmel Center

Overture at Proscenium Apartments

The Village on Spring Mill

Old Town On The Monon

Signature at Carmel

The Residences at Carmel City Center

Mezz 42
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Park Lane Apartments

Bridgewater

The Olivia

Sophia Square

The Apartments at 1st on Main

The Railyard at Midtown

Portrait Midtown

Total Monthly Price
70 Florence St, Unit 70 Florence St, Unit 70 Florence St

741 N Rangeline Rd

Twin Lakes Apartments
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Highpointe on Meridian

Penn Circle

Midtown Flats

Lakeside Apartments Phase II

North End Apartments

102 Village Green Ln

1059 Timber Creek Dr

209 Faulkner Ct, Unit 205, Unit 205

Pebble Brook Village

Total Monthly Price
124 Maple St, Unit 124, Unit 124
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Maple Knoll Apartments

Cottages at Sanders Glen

Flats at Spring Mill Station

Farmhouse at Lantern Commons

The Union at Grand Junction

Redwood Noblesville Webster Drive

The Commons at Spring Mill Apartments

Hamilton Square Apartments

Harmony Apartment Homes

879 Northwich Ave
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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 | $1,520 | $1,078 | $2,087 |
| Shadow Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,174 | $2,577 |
| Shadow Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,275 | $4,282 |
| Shadow Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $1,608 | $4,935 |
| Shadow Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,652 | $6,486 | $6,819 |
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There are currently 50 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 $1,154. 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 | Walnut 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,144 |
| Highpointe on Meridian | U1 Bear - 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,154 |
| Carmel Landing Apartment Homes | 1-Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,207 |
| Pebble Brook Village | Pebble Beach | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Providence at Old Meridian | 1B1B Jackson Sqr - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Lakes of Carmel | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| Maple Knoll Apartments | The Boxelder | 1BR,1BA | $1,338 |
| Harmony Apartment Homes | Aria B 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Flats at Spring Mill Station | The Aberdeen | 1BR,1BA | $1,371 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shadow Lakes, IN
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shadow Lakes area is the $1.64 price per square foot Capewood Model at Redwood Noblesville Webster Drive in the in the Beacon Point neighborhood starting from $2,664. The second greatest value Shadow Lakes apartment is the 70 Florence St Model at 70 Florence St, Unit 70 Florence St starting at $2,300 with a $1.69 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Noblesville Webster Drive | Capewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 70 Florence St, Unit 70 Florence St | 70 Florence St | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.69 |
| Penn Circle | B1G - Garage Included | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Bridgewater | The Cumberland | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Cottages at Sanders Glen | 7177A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Carmel Woods | The Willows | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Village on Spring Mill | Verdi - 1 bed 1 bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Flats at Spring Mill Station | The Aberdeen | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Lakes of Carmel | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shadow Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shadow Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shadow Lakes is at Main Street on the Monon listed at $1,199.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shadow Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shadow Lakes Apartment is $1,144 at Main Street on the Monon.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shadow Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shadow Lakes is starting from $1,259 at Main Street on the Monon.
What is the most affordable Shadow Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shadow Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carmel Woods and starts from $1,608.
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