
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shadow Lakes Neighborhood of Carmel, IN from $700 (36 Rentals)
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Main Street on the Monon

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The Village on Spring Mill

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Gramercy

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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 | $1,105 | $2,087 |
| Shadow Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,188 | $2,612 |
| Shadow Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,280 | $3,767 |
| Shadow Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,575 | $4,466 |
| Shadow Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,563 | $5,147 | $5,979 |
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There are currently 36 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 Studio unit found at Main Street on the Monon priced from $1,134. Pebble Brook Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,188. 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 | Maple | Studio,1BA | $1,134 |
| Pebble Brook Village | Pine Valley | 1BR,1BA | $1,188 |
| Harmony Apartment Homes | Alto A 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Carmel Landing Apartment Homes | 1-Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Bridgewater | The Beeson | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| Lakes of Carmel | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| The Union at Grand Junction | Midland | Studio,1BA | $1,314 |
| The Gallery Apartments | DaVinci | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
| Flats at Spring Mill Station | The Aberdeen | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shadow Lakes, IN
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shadow Lakes area is the $1.72 price per square foot 7183C1 3x1.5 Townhome (1280 sqft) Model at Park Lane Apartments in the in the Beacon Point neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Shadow Lakes apartment is the B6 Model at Penn Circle starting at $1,751 with a $1.50 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane Apartments | 7183C1 3x1.5 Townhome (1280 sqft) | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.72 |
| Penn Circle | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Redwood Noblesville Webster Drive | Driftwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Overture at Proscenium Apartments | London | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Bridgewater | The Cumberland | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 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 | $1.70 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 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 $1,134.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shadow Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shadow Lakes Apartment is $1,188 at Pebble Brook Village.
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 $1,298 at Carmel Landing Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Shadow Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shadow Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gramercy and starts from $1,575.
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