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

Stella

INDY FLATS

New Bridge

Priscilla on Pennsylvania

The Courts Apartment Homes
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The Domino

Circle City

522 Fletcher Ave

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9 On Canal

1010 Central

Riley Towers
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Edge 35

Buckingham & Balmoral

Union Square

Vanguard at 16 Tech

Penn Street Tower Apartments

333 Penn Apartments

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Assembly

Artistry Indy

Pinnex

Wesley Place

The Leo

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Cottage Home, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottage Home?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Home Studio Apartments | $1,313 | $556 | $5,606 |
| Cottage Home 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $544 | $4,282 |
| Cottage Home 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,137 | $650 | $6,430 |
| Cottage Home 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $799 | $7,091 |
| Cottage Home 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $979 | $2,949 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| INDY FLATS | Sherwood Std D | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| New Bridge | Studio - The Enclave | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| Priscilla on Pennsylvania | Studio- 1st Floor Corner | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $929 |
| The Domino | The Spark I | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Circle City | S8 Van Dyke | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 1010 Central | Depot 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Union Square | The Barton | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| Ralston Apartments | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Grounds | The Jazz | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Block | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Maxwell Apartments | Athens | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Nine+Eighteen | The Arch | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| The Avenue | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 1010 Central | Depot 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Riley Towers | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Buckingham & Balmoral | Balmoral 1 Bedroom Apartment- 704 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Leo | The Williams | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Penn Street Tower Apartments | St. Clair: Floors 13-15 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCottage Home, Indianapolis, IN
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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.
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