
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lawrence Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (74 Rentals)
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Franklin Studios

Serenity Park Apartments

Willowood East

Brookhaven Apartments

The Life at Harrison Trails

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M Club Apartments

The Vineyards Apartment Homes

Timber Point Apartments

Carriage House East
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Apartments @ Marten Court

Fountainview Apartments

Benjamin Court

Harrison Point Apartments

Jamestowne Apartments

9042 S Eldorado Dr

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Lake Castleton Apartments

Waterside at Castleton

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Avery Point Apartments
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Woods of Castleton

The Lenox Apartment Homes

TGM Shadeland Station

The Residences on 56th

Cedar Ridge

Northampton Village Apartments

Bayview Club Apartments

3967 Downes Dr

The Reserve at Franklin Glenn

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The Otis at Fort Ben Apartments
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8738 Montery Rd

Harrison Place Apartments

8124 E 37th Pl

8124 E 37th Pl

Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Full Basements

Grande Reserve at Geist

6602 E 47th St

4601 N Richardt Ave

Canterbury House Apartments - Franklin Road

Lakes at Crossbridge
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Cavalier Court

Maplewood

Peppermill Farms

Postbrook East Apartments

Autumn Trails Apartments

Maison Gardens Apartments

Bellagio Living II

Bellagio Living I

Lawrence Landing

Lawrence Glen
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Lawrence, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lawrence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Studio Apartments | $1,015 | $649 | $2,099 |
| Lawrence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $794 | $2,456 |
| Lawrence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $960 | $3,148 |
| Lawrence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $1,230 | $3,341 |
| Lawrence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $1,320 | $1,825 |
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There are currently 74 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lawrence Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Lawrence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lawrence area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Franklin Studios priced from $665. Postbrook East Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Lawrence apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Postbrook East Apartments | 2bd TH Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| Maison Gardens Apartments | 2 BDR Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $780 |
| Willowood East | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Brookhaven Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Life at Harrison Trails | 1 BED 1 BATH A (LOFT) | 1BR,1BA | $842 |
| M Club Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $847 |
| The Vineyards Apartment Homes | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $889 |
| Timber Point Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Carriage House East | 1 Bedroom Apartment – Hope | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, IN
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lawrence area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 BR / 1.5 BA Model at Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Full Basements in the in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Lawrence apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Brookhaven Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Full Basements | 2 BR / 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Brookhaven Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Carriage House East | 3 Bedroom Townhome – Empowerment | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Postbrook East Apartments | 3 bd F Remod | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Lawrence Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Avery Point Apartments | Olive | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Apartments @ Marten Court | 2x1 with washer/dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Life at Harrison Trails | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Serenity Park Apartments | NOW LEASING – NEW MANAGEMENT – APARTMENTS GOING... | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Timber Point Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lawrence Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lawrence?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lawrence is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lawrence?
The cheapest apartment in Lawrence is Maison Gardens Apartments which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Lawrence costs $1,572.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lawrence?
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 56 regular apartments in Lawrence 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 Lawrence?
Cheap apartments in Lawrence have an average cost of $265 which is $1,307 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lawrence.
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