Apartments for Rent in Indianapolis, IN Under $1,500 (924 Rentals)

North Willow

220 Meridian

Broad Ripple Apartments

Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Basements

Ivy Knoll Apartments

Pulliam Square

The Preserve on Allisonville Townhomes

The Landing Apartments
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Maxwell Apartments

South Haven Village Apartments

2322 Guilford Ave, Unit A

The Block

333 Penn Apartments

Ironworks at Keystone

Forte Apartments

82 Flats At The Crossing
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Slate Apartments

Everly at Meridian Hills

Country Lake Townhomes

Castle Creek Apartments

Lockerbie Lofts

The Lakes Apartments

Temple Lofts

AYR Apartments

946 MLK

Garden Arch Apartments
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The Edge

Industry Indianapolis

ARLO Apartments

The Assembly

VITRA Apartments

Five Twenty Virginia

Notch at Nora

The Meridian Apartments

Nine+Eighteen

Southern Dunes
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Cosmopolitan on the Canal

Quarry at River North

3809 N Pennsylvania St, Unit 1

Canal Overlook Apartments

The Delaware Apartments

The Jacob

The Stella

The Grounds

Bluff Crossing Apartments

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Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indianapolis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Studio Apartments Under $1500 | $1,159 | $595 | $5,274 |
| Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,368 | $495 | $4,071 |
| Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,646 | $316 | $5,706 |
| Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,988 | $899 | $7,211 |
| Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,746 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,715 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIndianapolis, IN
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Indianapolis
How much are Studio apartments in Indianapolis?
There are currently 519 Studio Apartments in Indianapolis with rent ranges from $595 to $5,274 with an average price of $1,159.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Indianapolis Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Indianapolis ranges from $495 to $4,071 with an average monthly rent of $1,368.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Indianapolis cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Indianapolis range from $316 to $5,706. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,646.
How expensive are Indianapolis Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 510 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Indianapolis on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $899 to $7,211 - averaging $1,988 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Wendy Melton
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!



