
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Driftwood Hills Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $802 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Driftwood Hills area of Indianapolis.


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Driftwood Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driftwood Hills Studio Apartments | $1,220 | $849 | $1,499 |
| Driftwood Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $880 | $2,207 |
| Driftwood Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $1,049 | $2,899 |
| Driftwood Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,550 | $3,496 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Driftwood Hills Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Driftwood Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Driftwood Hills area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at The Hub at Nora priced from $849. River Road Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Driftwood Hills apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub at Nora | Studio - The Core | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| River Road Apartments | Villa | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| College Courts | 1 Bed/1 Bath Dn (B) | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Northwood on the Trail | Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $922 |
| TGM Autumn Woods | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Driftwood Hills, IN
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Driftwood Hills area is the $1.41 price per square foot 7176C1 Model at Pinnacle on Meridian in the in the Nora neighborhood starting from $3,099. The second greatest value Driftwood Hills apartment is the The Raleigh Model at The Seasons of Carmel starting at $2,156 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Carmel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Driftwood Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle on Meridian | 7176C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| The Seasons of Carmel | The Raleigh | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Ashton Brook | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Quarry at River North | Granite | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Shore Acres | A7 Monon Line | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Northwood on the Trail | Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| TGM Autumn Woods | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Lake Clearwater Apartments | Heron | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Lodge at Trails Edge | The Elk | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| College Courts | 1 Bed/1 Bath Dn (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Driftwood Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Driftwood Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Driftwood Hills is under $1,145.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Driftwood Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Driftwood Hills is River Road Apartments which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in Driftwood Hills costs $1,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Driftwood Hills?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 46 regular apartments in Driftwood Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Driftwood Hills?
Cheap apartments in Driftwood Hills have an average cost of $185 which is $1,414 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Driftwood Hills.
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