
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Indianapolis, IN Under $1,000 (58 Rentals)
Rental terms in Indianapolis as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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Meridian Court South

Woods at Oak Crossing

Williamsburg North

The Life at Belhaven Place

CityView on Meridian

Spinnaker Court

Aspen Chase
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One Somerset

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The Life at Harrison Trails

Stonehenge

Timber Point Apartments

Capital Place

Cherry Glen

Priscilla on Pennsylvania

Sherbrook

Cambridge Commons
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Willowood East

Rosewood Commons

Olivewood

Marabou Mills

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Meridian Towers

The Oasis

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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 | $1,224 | $556 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $543 | $5,484 |
| Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $795 | $8,185 |
| Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,377 | $600 | $8,291 |
| Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,394 | $2,192 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Indianapolis Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Indianapolis?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Indianapolis is at Meridian Towers listed at $629.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Indianapolis Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Indianapolis is $1,858.
What is the largest Short-term Indianapolis Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Indianapolis is a 6,533 square feet unit starting from $3,410 at 8355 Fieldfare Way.
What is the average size for Indianapolis Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Indianapolis is currently at 799 sq ft.
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