
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Indianapolis, IN from $545 (563 Rentals)


16 Park Apartments

3014 W 10th St, Unit 2

6120 Nimitz Dr

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One Somerset

4850 E 17th St

3011 N Tacoma Ave

The Star

Indy Town Apartments

Strawbridge Green
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The Davlan

9134 E 10th St

Maple Court Apartments - Where City Convenience Meets Neighborhood Charm!

Greenway Apartments

451 N Warman Ave

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2947 Schofield Ave, Unit 2947, Unit 2947

225 Trowbridge St

2841 E 19th St

The Sheldrake Apartments
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The Meridian North and South

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Brookwood Apartments

520 S Arlington Ave

INDY FLATS

Frederick Square

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Ashgrove Apartments
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Churchman Woods

The Life at Northwest Gardens

Pine Glen

Broad Ripple Trails

Waterfront Terrace

1702 Winfield Ave

410 Manhattan Ave

Garfield Park Village

Keeneland Crest Apartments

Elmtree Park
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Greentree Apartments

The Prairies Apartment Homes

2060 N Delaware St, Unit Apt 3

Colonial Park

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Timber Point Apartments

Buckridge at Southport

The Life at Wood Springs

Summit at Keystone

New Bridge
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indianapolis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Studio Apartments | $1,196 | $495 | $5,104 |
| Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $544 | $4,071 |
| Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $545 | $6,669 |
| Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,033 | $626 | $8,592 |
| Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $11,925 | $7,013 | $10,000+ |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Indianapolis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Indianapolis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Indianapolis is under $699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Indianapolis?
The cheapest apartment in Indianapolis is The Villages at Mill Crossing which is listed at $545, while the average apartment in Indianapolis costs $2,671.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Indianapolis?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9,574 regular apartments in Indianapolis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Indianapolis?
Cheap apartments in Indianapolis have an average cost of $412 which is $2,259 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Indianapolis.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis
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Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Indianapolis Neighborhood for Student Renters
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Indianapolis is well-known for being one of the top college cities in the country. Local colleges and universities are ranked in the Top 10 when it comes to sports and academic excellence.

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