
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Circle City Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (93 Rentals)
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INDY FLATS

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Dunbar Court

St. Agnes Apartments

Priscilla on Pennsylvania

The Davlan

The Whitaker

Devonshire Apartments in Downtown Indianapolis

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9 On Canal

Trail Side
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River West Flats

919 Broadway St

Circle City

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Lockefield Gardens

522 Fletcher Ave

The Washington

Artistry Indy

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632MLK

Riley Towers
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Maxwell Apartments

800 Capitol

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Lofts on Madison

Drake Street Garden Homes

Canal Overlook Apartments

Riverview

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Ralston Apartments

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Stadium Lofts & Flats
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The Leo

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Gardens of Canal Court

The Continental Towers at Vermont Place

946 MLK
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Slate Apartments

802 N Meridian St

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Circle City, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Circle City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle City Studio Apartments | $1,255 | $655 | $4,530 |
| Circle City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $497 | $4,924 |
| Circle City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $846 | $6,194 |
| Circle City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,442 | $2,035 | $7,641 |
| Circle City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $979 | $5,769 |
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There are currently 93 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Circle City Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Circle City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Circle City area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at INDY FLATS priced from $655. St. Agnes Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Circle City apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| INDY FLATS | Sherwood Std D | Studio,1BA | $655 |
| St. Agnes Apartments | Studio- Standard 2nd -5th* | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Priscilla on Pennsylvania | Studio- 1st Floor Corner | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Davlan | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| The Whitaker | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Devonshire Apartments in Downtown Indianapolis | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $891 |
| 9 On Canal | Studio - Stockholm | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Madison Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Senate Manor | S.1 C | Studio,1BA | $930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Circle City, IN
As of March 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Circle City area is the $0.97 price per square foot loft Model at Shoemaker Building in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Circle City apartment is the 2.1 40% Model at Canal Gardens starting at $891 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Near North Indianapolis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Circle City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoemaker Building | loft | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Davlan | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Trail Side | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Van Dyke | Van Dyke 1B 830 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Maxwell Apartments | Amsterdam | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 522 Fletcher Ave | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| 1010 Central | Bunker 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Washington | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Madison Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Circle City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Circle City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Circle City is at INDY FLATS listed at $655.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Circle City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Circle City Apartment is $830 at INDY FLATS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Circle City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Circle City is starting from $846 at The Davlan.
What is the most affordable Circle City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Circle City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ralston Apartments and starts from $2,035.
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