
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerson Heights Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (50 Rentals)
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1354 N Olney St

4522 E Washington St, Unit 2ND FLOOR

521 N Gladstone Ave, Unit B

521 N Gladstone Ave

5241 E 9th St

943 N Drexel Ave

Minnie Hartman

68 N Layman Ave

4824 E New York St
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The Courts Apartment Homes

706-708 N Bosart Ave

4831 E Washington St

320 N Sherman Dr

318 N Sherman Dr

1538 N Grant Ave

15 N Riley Ave

721 N Denny St

833 N Gladstone Ave

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810 N Gladstone Ave

932 N Leland Ave

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5143 Washington St

4312 E Michigan St

4310 E Michigan St

1462 N Gladstone Ave
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1464 N Gladstone Ave

933 N Linwood Ave

1745 N Ritter Ave

47 N Ewing St

942 N Bradley Ave

Colonial Park

1531 N Grant Ave

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Linwood Manor

101 S Bancroft St
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1020 N Ewing St

Historic Irvington Flats

412 N Bradley Ave

212 S Emerson Ave

1525 N Colorado Ave

774 Dequincy St

4118 E Washington St

29 S Bradley Ave

35 N Bradley Ave

4124 E 11th St
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Emerson Heights, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerson Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Heights Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| Emerson Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $867 | $625 | $1,500 |
| Emerson Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,101 | $887 | $1,600 |
| Emerson Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $1,075 | $1,750 |
| Emerson Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $1,285 | $1,285 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Emerson Heights Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Emerson Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerson Heights area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Historic Irvington Flats priced from $929. The Courts Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $969. Here are the most affordable Emerson Heights apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Irvington Flats | P | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $969 |
| Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats | Glen Ridge 2 bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,098 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson Heights, IN
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerson Heights area is the $0.82 price per square foot Glen Ridge 2 bedroom Flat Model at Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats in the in the Martindale neighborhood starting from $1,098. The second greatest value Emerson Heights apartment is the The Stella 60% Model at Minnie Hartman starting at $1,385 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Martindale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats | Glen Ridge 2 bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Minnie Hartman | The Stella 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Historic Irvington Flats | N | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEmerson Heights, Indianapolis, IN
Ranked #220
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerson Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Heights Apartment is $929 at Historic Irvington Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emerson Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emerson Heights is starting from $969 at The Courts Apartment Homes.
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