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The Lodge Apartments
4816 Alsuda DrIndianapolis, IN 46205
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The Jameson
1854 Century WayIndianapolis, IN 46260
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Arborwood Apartments
6702 Trunk WayIndianapolis, IN 46221
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Creekside Square Phase II
5836 Hunnewell DrIndianapolis, IN 46254
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Wyckford Commons
7777 Wyckford CtIndianapolis, IN 46214
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Eastgate Terrace Apartments
7036 E 10th StIndianapolis, IN 46219
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Buffalo Creek Apartments
720 Buffalo Run DrIndianapolis, IN 46227
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Harbour Pointe
4400 E Fall Creek Parkway North DrIndianapolis, IN 46205
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The Villages of Bent Tree Apartments
3210 Ramblewood DrIndianapolis, IN 46268
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Estates of Creekside Apartments
8055 Crossing DrIndianapolis, IN 46227
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The Oasis
4900 Edinborough LnIndianapolis, IN 46241
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10 West Apartments
7855 Cimarron TrlIndianapolis, IN 46214
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Enclave at Eagle Creek Apartments
5483 Holly Springs Dr WIndianapolis, IN 46254
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919 Broadway St
919 Broadway StIndianapolis, IN 46202
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Oakbrook Village
6098 Georgetown RdIndianapolis, IN 46254
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Gathyr Apartments
1117 E Market StIndianapolis, IN 46202
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Spicewood
354 Spicewood DrIndianapolis, IN 46227
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Monon Station Apartments
4554 Winthrop AveIndianapolis, IN 46205
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Ninth Avenue Apartments
4651 Mimi DrIndianapolis, IN 46237
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Lake Camelot Apartments
6475 Excalibur CtIndianapolis, IN 46268
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Central State Mansion
202 Steeples BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46222
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The Meridian North
2100 Westlane RdIndianapolis, IN 46260
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Heathmoore - Indianapolis
5984 Heathmoore DrIndianapolis, IN 46237
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Marabou Mills
3402 Marabou Mills DrIndianapolis, IN 46214
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The Jeffersonian Apartments Of Indianapolis
801 N Shortridge RdIndianapolis, IN 46219
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The Regal Apartments
3603 N Washington BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46205
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Elmtree Park
11023 Elmtree Park DrIndianapolis, IN 46229
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Stone Lake
2913 E Hanna AveIndianapolis, IN 46227
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Remington on Rockville
7455 Rockleigh AveIndianapolis, IN 46214
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Reflections Apartments
7999 Silverleaf DrIndianapolis, IN 46260
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Aragon Woods
8172 Aragon Woods DrIndianapolis, IN 46214
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$2,129 - $2,6602 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 9
Redwood Whitestown
5804 Hemlock DrWhitestown, IN 46075
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Whitman Villas
1801 Walt Whitman DrGreenfield, IN 46140
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Redwood Plainfield
2057 Downshire Hill CtPlainfield, IN 46168
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Redwood Brownsburg
2860 Hayward AveBrownsburg, IN 46112
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$1,669 - $2,7011 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 14
The E
5821 Elevated WayWhitestown, IN 46075
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Mezz 42
881 3rd Ave SWCarmel, IN 46032
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$1,599 - $3,3091 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sylo
11550 Pittman Farms DrZionsville, IN 46077
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The Seasons of Carmel
9815 Seasons West DrCarmel, IN 46280
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Greenview
5790 Sunrise WayWhitestown, IN 46075
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Bayberry Place Apartments
711 Greenridge PkyBrownsburg, IN 46112
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The Grove
5813 Lilliana LnWhitestown, IN 46075
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$1,501 - $2,1781 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 10
Alinium at Zionsville
7145 Anderson DrZionsville, IN 46077
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Sophia Square
110 W Main StCarmel, IN 46032
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Pullman Pointe
11110 Lantern RdFishers, IN 46038
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Riley Crossing at Gateway Park
6857 Poetry PlGreenfield, IN 46140
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Governor Square
1825 Jefferson Dr WCarmel, IN 46032
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Reserve at Williams Glen
2201 Williams Glen BlvdZionsville, IN 46077
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Residences on Ronald Reagan
10531 Kings Row DrAvon, IN 46123
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Union Green
5793 Green StBrownsburg, IN 46112
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 | $1,237 | $595 | $5,869 |
| Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $544 | $5,711 |
| Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $650 | $9,114 |
| Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $799 | $9,756 |
| Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,293 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,238 | $1,175 | $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 $1,968.
What is the largest Short-term Indianapolis Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Indianapolis is a 7,534 square feet unit starting from $4,215 at 3132 N New Jersey 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 889 sq ft.
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