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Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

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Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 24, 2025

There are currently 29047 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Indianapolis, IN that range in price from $495 to $4,071. Downtown Indianapolis, Clearwater and Riverside are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Indianapolis with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Indianapolis418$1,400$750
Clearwater381$1,330$788
Riverside313$1,319$699
Circle City309$1,392$790
The Canal307$1,451$649
Wiliams Creek307$1,455$839
North Meridian300$1,451$649
16 Tech293$1,451$779
College Park290$1,514$704
Spring Arbor286$1,534$746

Largest Available Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Indianapolis, IN is found at Ralston Apartments in the Near North Indianapolis neighborhood and is 1,499 square feet priced from $1,353. Chapel Hill Apartments in the West Wayne neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,380 square feet and currently listed start at $1,275. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Indianapolis:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Ralston ApartmentsPoppy1,499 Sq Ft$1,353
Chapel Hill ApartmentsThe Denali1,380 Sq Ft$1,275
CityWayDelaware1,376 Sq Ft$2,271
Ardmore ApartmentsA8- One Bedroom Loft1,232 Sq Ft$2,290
Somerset LakesLeisure: One Bedroom Apartment With Den1,134 Sq Ft$1,272
Willow Lake ApartmentsMeridian1,121 Sq Ft$1,530
The Seasons of CarmelThe Hartford1,082 Sq Ft$1,682
The Block1 Bedroom 1 Bath657 Sq Ft$1,399

Cheapest Available Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Indianapolis, IN is the **Free Month of Rent ** 128 E Palmer St - Studio Model starting from $649 at Volrath in the Concord neighborhood. The second most affordable Indianapolis 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Oxmoor Indy starting at $699 in the Martindale neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Indianapolis is currently $1,370. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Indianapolis:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Volrath**Free Month of Rent ** 128 E Palmer St - Studio$649
Oxmoor Indy1BR/1.0BA$699
Meridian TowersOne Bedroom One Bath$719
Windsor CourtStandard One Bedroom (SN1)$728
Frederick SquareFrederick Square 1 bedroom$737
Garfield Park Village1/1 Vintage$755
The Meridian North and SouthA8S South$764
Serenity Park ApartmentsBecome an Eastsider Today! Get 1 month free on ...$769
One SomersetOne Somerset - 1 Bed/1 Bath$775
Abbey Apartments - Affordable Senior HousingOne Bedroom$778

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Indianapolis Overview

Indiana’s capital, Indianapolis, is the state’s largest city and it ranks 13th in the country for size. It sits near the convergence of the White River and Fall Creek. Recently, Forbes ranked Indianapolis as having one of the best downtowns in the country because of its appealing appearance as well as amenities like movie theaters, museums, art galleries, parks, retail shops and entertainment. Indianapolis has experienced moderate growth in the last few years, and currently has a population of nearly 840,000 residents.

Why live in Indianapolis, IN?

In Indianapolis, if you are a sports fan, you are in luck. The city boasts many sports-related venues and activities. There is a lot to do if you love history, art, and the outdoors as well (in the warmer months, of course!). Here are some of the highlights the city has to offer:

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Indianapolis, IN

Ranked #1

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Location, Location, Location!

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Getting Around Indianapolis, IN

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Indianapolis, IN Area Reviews

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August 10, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Indianapolis Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Indianapolis with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Indianapolis is at Volrath listed at $649.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Indianapolis Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Indianapolis is $1,370.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Indianapolis Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Indianapolis is a 1,499 square feet unit starting from $1,353 at Ralston Apartments.

What is the average size for Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Indianapolis is currently 855 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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