
Cheap Homes for Rent in Emerson Heights Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (15 Rentals)
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1531 N Downey Ave

15 N Riley Ave

890 N Gladstone Ave
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4614 E 16th St

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5037 E 10th St

432 N Bradley Ave

136 S Johnson Ave
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416 N Linwood Ave

1959 N Ritter Ave
Emerson Heights, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Emerson Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Emerson Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,054 | $825 | $1,300 |
Emerson Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,382 | $899 | $1,975 |
Emerson Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,897 | $1,500 | $2,295 |
Emerson Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,965 | $2,695 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 15 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 2 Beds unit found at The Aerie on 11th Street priced from $700. Courts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $706. Here are the most affordable Emerson Heights apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Aerie on 11th Street | 6260 East 11th Street - Apt 307 | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Courts Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $706 |
Minnie Hartmann Center | The Lucy 40% | 2BR,1BA | $931 |
Vistas Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats | Glen Ridge 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $969 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson Heights, IN
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerson Heights area is the $1.24 price per square foot Beautiful Renovated Historic Apartment - 2 bedr... Model at School 85 in the in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,610. The second greatest value Emerson Heights apartment is the Glen Ridge 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats starting at $969 with a $0.84 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. |
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School 85 | Beautiful Renovated Historic Apartment - 2 bedr... | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Glen Ridge Manor Townhomes and Flats | Glen Ridge 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Vistas Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
The Aerie on 11th Street | 6260 East 11th Street - Apt 305 | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Minnie Hartmann Center | The Alma 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Historic Irvington Flats | Beautiful Renovated Historic Apartment 1 bedroo... | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Courts Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerson Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Emerson Heights?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Emerson Heights, IN with pricing that ranges from $325 to $2,044. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerson Heights ranging from $645 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Emerson Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emerson Heights ranges from $645 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,529.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Emerson Heights?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Emerson Heights range from $1,010 to $1,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $899 to $1,975. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.
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