Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brookside Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $500 (115 Rentals)

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property at 2835 Adams St

$875

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2835 Adams St

IndianapolisIN46218

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property at 5241 E 9th St

$950

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5241 E 9th St

IndianapolisIN46219

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property at 2950 N Colorado Ave

$1,095

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2950 N Colorado Ave

IndianapolisIN46218

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property at 2949 Adams St

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IndianapolisIN46218
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Emerson Place
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Emerson Place

2110 Emerson Knoll PlIndianapolis, IN 46218
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Hopeside I
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Hopeside I

2005 E 25th StIndianapolis, IN 46218
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Brookside, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brookside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brookside area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at The Commons on 25th priced from $779. Hopeside I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $883. Here are the most affordable Brookside apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Commons on 25thStudio - The EnclaveStudio,1BA$779
Hopeside I2.2-40%-H2BR,2BA$883
The Courts Apartment Homes2x1 Classic2BR,1BA$949
The DominoThe Spark IStudio,1BA$995
College Manor1 BR1BR,1BA$995
Line LoftsThe Inspiraton 50%2BR,1BA$1,014
Minnie HartmanThe Lillie 50%2BR,1BA$1,136
The VueSTUDIO APARTMENTStudio,1BA$1,173

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookside, IN

As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookside area is the $0.75 price per square foot 246 N Beville Ave Model at 246 N Beville Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Indy East neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Brookside apartment is the #4 Model at 945 Woodruff Place Middle Drive starting at $1,495 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Martindale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
246 N Beville Ave, Unit 1246 N Beville Ave3BR,2BA$0.75
945 Woodruff Place Middle Drive#42BR,1.5BA$0.98
Minnie HartmanThe Stella 60%2BR,1BA$1.38
Line LoftsThe Intuition 60%2BR,1BA$1.36
Clifford Corners2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.30
Hopeside I2.2-50%2BR,2BA$1.20
4609 English Ave, Unit Basement4609 English Ave1BR,1BA$1.24
The Courts Apartment Homes2x1 Classic2BR,1BA$1.22
College Manor1 BR1BR,1BA$1.49
2943 Schofield Ave, Unit 29432943 Schofield Ave2BR,1BA$1.47

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Brookside, Indianapolis, IN

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Brookside, Indianapolis, and the greater Indianapolis area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookside Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brookside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brookside is at The Commons on 25th listed at $779.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookside Apartment is $889 at The Commons on 25th.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brookside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookside is starting from $849 at The Commons on 25th.

What is the most affordable Brookside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brookside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Commons on 25th and starts from $1,049.

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