
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Indianapolis, IN from $424 (145 Rentals)
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Stonehenge

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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 | $1,217 | $579 | $5,271 |
| Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $543 | $9,854 |
| Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $513 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,038 | $799 | $7,822 |
| Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,251 | $600 | $6,614 |
| Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,244 | $2,192 | $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 $675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Indianapolis?
The cheapest apartment in Indianapolis is Harpers Crossing which is listed at $424, while the average apartment in Indianapolis costs $1,393.
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 5,584 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 $286 which is $1,107 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Indianapolis.
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Welcome to Indy: A Local Expert's Guide to the City's Best Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods
Written by: Wendy Melton
My name is Wendy, and I am the local expert for ApartmentHomeLiving.com in the Indianapolis area. Being born and raised in Indiana, I know the true meaning of Hoosier hospitality.

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Indianapolis is truly the heart of the Midwest. No matter what career path you choose, opportunities for advancement are everywhere.

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Written by: Wendy Melton
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.

Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Indianapolis Neighborhood for Student Renters
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