
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shadow Lakes Neighborhood of Carmel, IN from $700 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Shadow Lakes area of Carmel.


The Gallery Apartments

Carmel Landing Apartment Homes

The Village on Spring Mill

Alexandria of Carmel Apartments
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335 1st Ave NW

The Wren & The Windsor

Providence at Old Meridian

Lakes of Carmel

OLD TOWN ON THE MONON

Avant

Carmel Center
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Overture at Proscenium Apartments

231 Lark Dr

VER at Proscenium Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

Signature at Carmel

The Olivia
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11750 Glenbrook Ct

The Residences at Carmel City Center

Pebble Brook Village
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Flats at Spring Mill Station

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The Union at Grand Junction

Cottages at Sanders Glen

Farmhouse at Lantern Commons
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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 | $1,402 | $1,105 | $2,087 |
| Shadow Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $1,164 | $2,612 |
| Shadow Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,939 | $1,250 | $3,767 |
| Shadow Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,495 | $4,466 |
| Shadow Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,865 | $2,914 | $4,816 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 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 priced from $1,113. Harmony Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,144. Here are the most affordable Shadow Lakes apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAIN STREET | The Maple | Studio,1BA | $1,113 |
| Harmony Apartment Homes | Accent 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,144 |
| Pebble Brook Village | Pebble Beach | 1BR,1BA | $1,179 |
| Carmel Woods | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Carmel Landing Apartment Homes | 1-Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10 A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| The Gallery Apartments | Van Gogh | 1BR,1BA | $1,241 |
| The Village on Spring Mill | Chopin - 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Flats at Spring Mill Station | The Aberdeen | 1BR,1BA | $1,261 |
| Maple Knoll Apartments | Ivyleaf | 1BR,1BA | $1,288 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shadow Lakes, IN
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shadow Lakes area is the $1.68 price per square foot Carnegie Model at OLD TOWN ON THE MONON in the in the Beacon Point neighborhood starting from $3,271. The second greatest value Shadow Lakes apartment is the Driftwood Model at Redwood Noblesville Webster Drive starting at $1,915 with a $1.70 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 | Carnegie | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.68 |
| Redwood Noblesville Webster Drive | Driftwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Lakes of Carmel | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Cottages at Sanders Glen | 7177A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Carmel Woods | The Willows | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Flats at Spring Mill Station | The Harriet | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Village on Spring Mill | Verdi - 1 bed 1 bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Overture at Proscenium Apartments | Scot | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
| Gramercy | Verde (1.10 A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Harmony Apartment Homes | Accent 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 listed at $1,113.
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 Harmony Apartment Homes.
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 $1,299 at MAIN STREET.
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 $1,495.
Expert Rental Resources
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