
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Market East Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Market East, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Market East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market East Studio Apartments | $1,320 | $774 | $2,819 |
| Market East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $649 | $4,628 |
| Market East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $925 | $6,212 |
| Market East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,923 | $2,035 | $6,577 |
| Market East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $955 | $600 | $3,496 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Market East Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Market East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Market East area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Volrath priced from $649. 9 On Canal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Market East apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volrath | **Free Month of Rent ** 128 E Palmer St - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
| 9 On Canal | Studio - Stockholm | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Priscilla on Pennsylvania | Studio- 1st Floor Corner | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Madison Lofts | The Flat 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Assumption on Blaine | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Artistry Indy | Edie (EcoSuite) | Studio,1BA | $911 |
| River West Flats | One Bedroom One Bath - The Driftwood | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Devonshire Apartments in Downtown Indianapolis | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Gathyr Apartments | Bell | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 522 Fletcher Ave | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Market East, IN
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Market East area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Block in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $2,459. The second greatest value Market East apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Assumption on Blaine starting at $1,475 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Concord neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Market East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Block | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Assumption on Blaine | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Townhomes at Fall Creek Place | F | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Maxwell Apartments | Amsterdam | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 522 Fletcher Ave | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Vivio on Tenth | Per Bedroom - 2x2 B1 725sf | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Lockerbie Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.62 |
| Madison Lofts | The Flat 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Volrath | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| River West Flats | One Bedroom One Bath - The Driftwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Market East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Market East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Market East is under $1,025.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Market East?
The cheapest apartment in Market East is Volrath which is listed at $649, while the average apartment in Market East costs $2,628.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Market East?
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 105 regular apartments in Market East 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 Market East?
Cheap apartments in Market East have an average cost of $373 which is $2,255 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Market East.
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