
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central, IN from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Southwood

Iroquois Green

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Broadleaf Arms

The Chalet Village Apartment Community

Laurel at the Woodlands

The Kensington of Louisville

Miller Manor Apartments
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Greenwood Place Apartments

Renaissance St. Andrews

Newberry Parc

The San Jose Court Apartment Community

The Rockford Arms Apartment Community

Embassy Townhomes

St Anthony Gardens

The Edwin
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By the Park

Anderson Estates

Hunters Run

Bayshore Townhomes

Woods Of Glen Hill Manor

Riverport Landings Senior

Pennacook Pointe

Whispering Woods I
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Riverport Landing Family Apartments

Paddocks at Ridge Park

Walnut Grove

Finish Line Apartments

5312 Milner Rd

The Flintlock Arms Apartment Community

1302 Main St

4806 Saddlebrook Ln
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Partridge Pointe Apartments

Grandview Apartments

Kendall Arms

5100 Valiant Dr

6500 & 6506 Hackel Dr

3404 Shagbark Rd

Richardson 52 Apartments

Savannah Square & Terrace Apartments
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4119 Glen Hill Manor Dr

10404 Greentree Ln

3104-3112 Springfield Dr

River Pointe Apartments
Central, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $972 | $700 | $1,322 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $800 | $1,529 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $900 | $1,883 |
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Knox Landing priced from $700. Southwood in the South Louisville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knox Landing | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Southwood | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Iroquois Green | 1 Bedroom - Garden Level | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
| Miller Manor Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Greenwood Place Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Kensington of Louisville | KYKST 2x1 825sqft - W/D Included | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Newberry Parc | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| The San Jose Court Apartment Community | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Rockford Arms Apartment Community | One-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, IN and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.03 price per square foot C1 Model at Riverport Landing Family Apartments in the in the Riverside Gardens neighborhood starting from $1,218. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Hunters Run starting at $1,065 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the South Louisville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverport Landing Family Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Hunters Run | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| By the Park | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Pennacook Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Riverport Landings Senior | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Anderson Estates | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Embassy Townhomes | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Newberry Parc | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Greenwood Place Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Broadleaf Arms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $700 at Knox Landing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $800 at Knox Landing.
What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Knox Landing and starts from $900.
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