
Cheap Homes for Rent in Brookside Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $500 (63 Rentals)
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320 N Sherman Dr

2930 N Dearborn St

2932 N Dearborn St

1106 N Gale St

415 N Oxford St

1538 N Grant Ave

2211 E New York St

1036 N Tuxedo St

840 N Rural St
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4720 Munter Ln

628 N Oxford St

2722 N Olney St

2519 Baltimore Ave

2010 E 25th St

4537 Fletcher Ave

423 Villa Ave

1308 N Chester Ave

1306 N Chester Ave

833 N Gladstone Ave
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1038 N Tuxedo St

1512 N Gladstone Ave

1933 E Adams St

2404 N Lesley Ave

556 N Oxford St

840 N Rural St

5143 Washington St

1531 N Grant Ave

4919 Orion Ave

1432 N Colorado Ave
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775 Dequincy St

679 Woodruff Pl E Dr

911 N Emerson Ave

3838 E Pleasant Run Parkway North Dr

201 S Emerson Ave

590 Woodruff Pl W Dr

8 S Bradley Ave

2938 Arthington Blvd

903 N Tuxedo St

8 S Bradley Ave
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1421 N Olney St

3540 E Vermont St

314 N Denny St

621 N Oxford St

1303 N Gladstone Ave

3617 Brookside Pkwy S Dr

4017 E 11th St

301 S Gray St

621 Tecumseh St

442 N Denny St
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Brookside, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Brookside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,268 | $775 | $2,750 |
| Brookside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,622 | $975 | $6,000 |
| Brookside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,965 | $950 | $4,955 |
| Brookside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,200 | $1,900 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brookside Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Brookside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brookside area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Park priced from $850. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Hopeside I | 2.2-40%-H | 2BR,2BA | $883 |
| Utomin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Sublevel | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| New Bridge | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath TH - The Longfellow | 2BR,1BA | $909 |
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $919 |
| College Manor | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Line Lofts | The Inspiraton 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats (Indy Town) | Glen Ridge 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| Minnie Hartman | The Lillie 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,136 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookside, IN
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookside area is the $0.93 price per square foot 1134 N Dearborn St Model at 1134 N Dearborn St, Unit B in the in the Martindale neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Brookside apartment is the 2031 Broadway St Model at 2031 Broadway St, Unit Broadway starting at $1,395 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Near North Indianapolis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1134 N Dearborn St, Unit B | 1134 N Dearborn St | 3BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 2031 Broadway St, Unit Broadway | 2031 Broadway St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats (Indy Town) | Glen Ridge 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 3312 E 9th St, Unit 3312 | 3312 E 9th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Line Lofts | The Intuition 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Hopeside I | 2.2-40%-H | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| College Manor | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Utomin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Sublevel | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 2947 Schofield Ave, Unit 2947 | 2947 Schofield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookside
What type of rentals are currently available in Brookside?
There are currently 249 Apartments for Rent in Brookside, IN with pricing that ranges from $599 to $8,349. There are also 207 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookside ranging from $500 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brookside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brookside ranges from $500 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,592.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brookside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brookside range from $875 to $4,335, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $895.
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