Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottage Home Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $500 (31 Rentals)

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9 On Canal
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$1,060 - $3,315
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$1,060 - $3,315

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 22

9 On Canal

335 W 9th StIndianapolis, IN 46202
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Ralston Apartments
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$1,200 - $3,256
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ralston Apartments

1201 Indiana AveIndianapolis, IN 46202
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Trail Side
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Trail Side

865-893 Massachusetts AveIndianapolis, IN 46204

Cottage Home, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cottage Home Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottage Home area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at INDY FLATS priced from $705. New Bridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $779. Here are the most affordable Cottage Home apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
INDY FLATSSherwood Std DStudio,1BA$705
New BridgeStudio - The EnclaveStudio,1BA$779
Priscilla on PennsylvaniaStudio- 1st Floor CornerStudio,1BA$799
The Courts Apartment Homes2x1 Classic2BR,1BA$929
The DominoThe Spark IStudio,1BA$995
Circle CityS8 Van DykeStudio,1BA$999
1010 CentralDepot 60%1BR,1BA$1,064
Union SquareThe BartonStudio,1BA$1,185
Ralston ApartmentsMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,200
The GroundsThe JazzStudio,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottage Home, IN

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottage Home area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Block in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $2,879. The second greatest value Cottage Home apartment is the Athens Model at Maxwell Apartments starting at $1,629 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Riley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottage Home apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Block3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.63
Maxwell ApartmentsAthens2BR,2BA$1.34
Nine+EighteenThe Arch2BR,2BA$1.84
The Avenue2x22BR,2BA$1.16
The Courts Apartment Homes2x1 Classic2BR,1BA$1.19
1010 CentralDepot 60%1BR,1BA$1.45
Riley TowersA51BR,1BA$1.92
Buckingham & BalmoralBalmoral 1 Bedroom Apartment- 704 Sq. Ft.1BR,1BA$1.95
The LeoThe Williams1BR,1BA$1.96
Penn Street Tower ApartmentsSt. Clair: Floors 13-151BR,1BA$1.96

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Cottage Home, Indianapolis, IN

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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottage Home Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottage Home?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottage Home is at INDY FLATS listed at $705.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottage Home Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottage Home Apartment is $809 at New Bridge.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottage Home is starting from $929 at The Courts Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Cottage Home Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cottage Home Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at New Bridge and starts from $1,199.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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