
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arden Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (38 Rentals)
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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 | $1,286 | $649 | $4,953 |
| Arden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $749 | $2,950 |
| Arden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $854 | $6,029 |
| Arden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $1,139 | $4,781 |
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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. Broad Ripple Trails has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. 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 |
| Broad Ripple Trails | STUD-S | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Meridian North and South | A4R South | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Turtle Creek - Indianapolis | Studio | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Landmark | Ranier | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Carrollton Manor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Wellington Square Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $926 |
| The Pines at SoBro | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Meridian Lakes | 1Bed/1Ba-Up (C) | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| Summit at Keystone | The Breckinridge | 2BR,1BA | $997 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arden, IN
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arden area is the $1.03 price per square foot Lilac Model at Everly at Meridian Hills in the in the Faith Knoll neighborhood starting from $1,439. The second greatest value Arden apartment is the Sanctuary: Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Somerset Lakes starting at $1,514 with a $1.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everly at Meridian Hills | Lilac | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Somerset Lakes | Sanctuary: Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Edison at Meridian Hills | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Jade North Apartments | Plan E | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Edgewater Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Eclipse Apartment Homes | The Phoenix- Upgraded | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Summit at Keystone | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Wellington Square Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Meridian North and South | A4R South | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Pines at SoBro | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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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 $997.
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 $829, while the average apartment in Arden costs $5,074.
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 77 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 $218 which is $4,856 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arden.
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