
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ellettsville, IN from $300 (57 Rentals)
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1040 Forest View Dr N

315 W Depot St

Vivo Living

Park North Apartments

Lofton

Woodington Management Properties

501 N Walnut

Cedargate

Acadia Court
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Hub Bloomington

Northcrest

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The Annex of Bloomington

Sunflower Place - Full Unit for Rent

Woodland Springs

326 W Kenwood Dr

Elevate Apartments

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Summit Pointe
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The Crossing at Pete Ellis

Westgate on Third

Fountain Park Apartments | Specials Available

3605 W Woodyard Rd

Basswood Apartments

Meadow Park Apartments | Specials Available

219 E 7th

601 N. Walnut St.

519 N Lincoln

Forest Ridge
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Alleyworks

Big Red Apartments

Echo Park

Total Monthly Price
7 Ten

Hidden Hills at Oakdale

MOONBURN ON MORTON

Woods at Latimer (1 bed/1 bath community)

The Flats on Kirkwood

Adams Village | Specials Available

Hayden Flats
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The Ellett

Governor Park Apartments

115 N Washington St

46 Flats

iMansion

116 E 19th St

Beacon Hill

DunnPark Studios

1003 W 11th St

1320 S Curry Pike
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Ellettsville, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ellettsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellettsville Studio Apartments | $1,113 | $549 | $1,659 |
| Ellettsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $700 | $2,100 |
| Ellettsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $850 | $2,628 |
| Ellettsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $885 | $3,600 |
| Ellettsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $750 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available Ellettsville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellettsville, IN is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood priced from $549. 3 Square in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellettsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living | Vivo Living - Petite Studio | Studio,1BA | $549 |
| 3 Square | J | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Acadia Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Cedargate | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| Hub Bloomington | 4x2 Pod | 4BR,2BA | $799 |
| Northcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Park North Apartments | Park North - Renovated Studio Apartments - AVAI... | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Woodland Springs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Uptown Apartments | Holiday | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Summit Pointe | Woodland | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellettsville, IN and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ellettsville area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedroom with a den Model at Stapleton in the in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Ellettsville apartment is the 5722 Vinca Court Model at 5722 Vinca Court, Unit 5722 starting at $1,750 with a $1.13 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellettsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stapleton | 3 Bedroom with a den | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| 5722 Vinca Court, Unit 5722 | 5722 Vinca Court | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Hidden Hills at Oakdale | 4 Bedroom TH | 4BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Park on Morton | 3x3 Balcony - Classic | 3BR,3BA | $0.82 |
| The Quarters Bloomington | A4 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| The Ellis | The Ellis - 3 Bed/3 Bath - Per Bed Pricing! - L... | 3BR,3BA | $1.04 |
| Woodland Springs | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Lofton | Lofton 2A - Sublease / Lease Release | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Big Red Apartments | 2 Bedroom August 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Crossing at Pete Ellis | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ellettsville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ellettsville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ellettsville is at Vivo Living listed at $549.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellettsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellettsville Apartment is $800 at Northcrest.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ellettsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ellettsville is starting from $850 at Woodland Springs.
What is the most affordable Ellettsville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ellettsville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hub Bloomington and starts from $999.
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