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Pleasant Run Senior Apartments

Historic Marcy Village

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The Ripple

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Gardens of Canal Court

Canal Square

The Continental Towers at Vermont Place

Quarry at River North

The Marott Apartments

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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 | $1,239 | $556 | $6,110 |
| Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $544 | $4,307 |
| Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $650 | $9,402 |
| Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,032 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,223 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
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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 $700.
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 $669, while the average apartment in Indianapolis costs $2,640.
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 7,017 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 $303 which is $2,337 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Indianapolis.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis
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Indianapolis is not only the state capital of Indiana, it’s also a shining example of what Midwestern living is all about. I’m Wendy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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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My name is Wendy, and I've lived in Indiana for most of my life. Indianapolis is our state capital, and many people consider it the heart of the Midwest. People come from all around to explore everything Indianapolis has to offer.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.