
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Indy East Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $500 (33 Rentals)
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910 N Ewing St

2211 E New York St, Unit B

2211 E New York St

1354 N Olney St

37-37 S Sherman Dr

712-712 N Bosart Ave

3709 Brookside Pkwy S Dr
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1512 N Gladstone Ave

2841 E 19th St

810 N Bradley Ave

3058 Brookside Pkwy N Dr, Unit 3058 Brookside Parkway N.

3030 E 10th St

521 N Gladstone Ave, Unit B

1131 N Rural St

320 N Sherman Dr
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415 N Oxford St

1106 N Gale St

1538 N Grant Ave

1250 N Colorado Ave

1518 N Chester Ave

39 N Forest Ave

1036 N Tuxedo St

628 N Oxford St
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1327 N Chester Ave

224 N Tacoma Ave

1306 N Chester Ave

833 N Gladstone Ave

1038 N Tuxedo St

821 N Bradley Ave

Colonial Park

1531 N Grant Ave
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Indy East, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indy East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indy East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $831 | $550 | $1,500 |
| Indy East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $977 | $850 | $1,500 |
| Indy East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $925 | $3,048 |
| Indy East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,669 | $1,095 | $8,243 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Indy East Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Indy East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Indy East area of Indianapolis, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at The Courts Apartment Homes priced from $929. 412 N Bradley Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Indy East apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $929 |
| 412 N Bradley Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Minnie Hartman | The Lillie 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| 945 Woodruff Place Middle Drive | #4 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Indy East, IN
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Indy East area is the $1.04 price per square foot #4 Model at 945 Woodruff Place Middle Drive in the in the Martindale neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Indy East apartment is the 1134 N Dearborn St Model at 1134 N Dearborn St, Unit B starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Martindale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Indy East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 945 Woodruff Place Middle Drive | #4 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| 1134 N Dearborn St, Unit B | 1134 N Dearborn St | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 3312 E 9th St, Unit 3312 | 3312 E 9th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 3310 E 9th St, Unit 3310 E 9th | 3310 E 9th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Minnie Hartman | The Lillie 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Courts Apartment Homes | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 412 N Bradley Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Indy East Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Indy East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Indy East is starting from $929 at The Courts Apartment Homes.
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