Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arden Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (28 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 | $1,277 | $649 | $5,274 |
| Arden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $699 | $2,944 |
| Arden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $804 | $3,190 |
| Arden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,099 | $5,067 |
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There are currently 28 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. The Meridian North and South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $754. 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 |
| The Meridian North and South | A7S South | 1BR,1BA | $754 |
| Broad Ripple Trails | STUD-S | Studio,1BA | $839 |
| Wellington Square Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $842 |
| Reflections Apartments | Replica | Studio,1BA | $844 |
| Meridian Lakes | 1Bed/1Ba-Up (A) | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Turtle Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Lincolnshire Broad Ripple | Studio Upper Levels | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| The Eclipse Apartment Homes | The Luna I - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| The Pines at SoBro | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arden, IN
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arden area is the $1.18 price per square foot 7176B1 Model at Pinnacle on Meridian in the in the Nora neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Arden apartment is the 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2 car Garage Townhome Model at Townes at Winthrop starting at $2,200 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Warfleigh 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle on Meridian | 7176B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Townes at Winthrop | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2 car Garage Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| Everly at Meridian Hills | Iris | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Edison at Meridian Hills | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Somerset Lakes | Retreat: One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Grove on 79th | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath Apartment - Renovated | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| The Grove on Harcourt | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath Large Apartment - Renovated | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Broad Ripple Flats | Upgraded 1, 2 and 2.15 bath apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Willow Brook | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Meridian North and South | A1R North | 1BR,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 $879.
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 $754, while the average apartment in Arden costs $1,563.
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 38 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 $125 which is $1,438 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arden.
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