
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arden Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (48 Rentals)
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The Meridian North and South

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Broad Ripple Apartments

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Arden, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arden Studio Apartments | $1,257 | $649 | $5,104 |
| Arden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $744 | $2,224 |
| Arden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $859 | $4,670 |
| Arden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $1,099 | $3,668 |
| Arden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $1,419 | $1,429 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arden Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Arden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arden area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Glenstone Studios priced from $649. Monon Walk Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Arden apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenstone Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| Monon Walk Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| The Meridian North and South | A1R North | 1BR,1BA | $834 |
| Turtle Creek - Indianapolis | S1 Shell | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Landmark | Ranier | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Lincolnshire Apartments | Studio Upper Levels | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Meridian Lakes | 1Bed/1Ba-Up (B) | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Broad Ripple Trails | 1BR-U Commons | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Carrollton Manor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Summit at Keystone | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arden, IN
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arden area is the $1.10 price per square foot Sanctuary: Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Somerset Lakes in the in the Nora neighborhood starting from $1,473. The second greatest value Arden apartment is the Plan E Model at Jade North Apartments starting at $1,275 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Nora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Lakes | Sanctuary: Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Jade North Apartments | Plan E | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Edison at Meridian Hills | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Woodlake | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| The Grove on Harcourt | 1x1,5 Upgrade | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| The Eclipse Apartment Homes | The Phoenix- Upgraded | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Willow Brook | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Summit at Keystone | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Wellington Square Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Monon Walk Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arden Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arden?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arden is under $919.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arden?
The cheapest apartment in Arden is The Meridian North and South which is listed at $834, while the average apartment in Arden costs $1,489.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arden?
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 62 regular apartments in Arden 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 Arden?
Cheap apartments in Arden have an average cost of $475 which is $1,014 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arden.
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