
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Indianapolis, IN Under $2,000 (346 Rentals)
Rental terms in Indianapolis as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Spanish Oaks

Everly at Meridian Hills

ARLO Apartments

Lake Clearwater Apartments

Lake Castleton

The Meridian North and South

Gathyr Apartments

Ardmore Apartments
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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Southern Dunes

The Coil

Redwood Indianapolis

10 West Apartments

Buffalo Creek Apartments

Enclave at Eagle Creek Apartments

Hinge Apartments

The Fort Apartments

Meridian Lakes

CityWay
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Bayview Club Apartments

North Willow

Circa Apartments

Ivy Knoll Apartments

Martinique Terrace

The Lakes Apartments

Willow Lake Apartments

Castle Creek Apartments

Wesmont

Artistry Indy
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Chateau in the Woods

Edison at Meridian Hills

Parkside at Castleton Square Apartments and Townhomes

Astoria Park Apartment Homes

Arborwood Apartments

Estates of Creekside Apartments

River West Flats

A/62

Ninth Avenue Apartments

Reflections Apartments
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Scandia Apartments

Riverbend Apartments

Iron Trail Apartments & Townhomes

The Park at Greenhill

Keeneland Crest Apartments

Park at Eagle Creek

The Manning Apartment Homes

The Hub at Nora

The Boardwalk at Westlake Apartments and Townhomes
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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 | $1,250 | $585 | $5,493 |
Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $335 | $4,500 |
Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $700 | $9,703 |
Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,000 | $8,833 |
Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $700 | $4,140 |
Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,571 | $2,135 | $10,000+ |
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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.
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 $699.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Indianapolis Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Indianapolis is $1,790.
What is the largest Short-term Indianapolis Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Indianapolis is a 2,894 square feet unit starting from $15,250 at 1409 Linden St.
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 701 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis
Written by: Wendy Melton
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Written by: Sandy Baker
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