
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mass Ave Arts District Indianapolis, IN from $500 (98 Rentals)
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Mass Ave Arts District, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mass Ave Arts District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mass Ave Arts District Studio Apartments | $1,287 | $655 | $4,070 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $800 | $4,071 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $846 | $8,473 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $1,800 | $6,477 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $895 | $4,957 |
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There are currently 98 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mass Ave Arts District Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Mass Ave Arts District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mass Ave Arts District area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at INDY FLATS priced from $655. Priscilla on Pennsylvania has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Mass Ave Arts District apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| INDY FLATS | Sherwood Std D | Studio,1BA | $655 |
| Priscilla on Pennsylvania | Studio- 1st Floor Corner | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Washington | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| The Davlan | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| Dunbar Court | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Indy Christian Place Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 41138 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $891 |
| Utomin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Sublevel | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Senate Manor | 1.1 B | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Circle City | S8 Van Dyke | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mass Ave Arts District, IN
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mass Ave Arts District 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 Mass Ave Arts District apartment is the Chicago Model at Maxwell Apartments starting at $1,854 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Riley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mass Ave Arts District 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 |
| Maxwell Apartments | Chicago | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Line Lofts | The Intuition 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Davlan | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Van Dyke | Van Dyke 1B 830 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Dunbar Court | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1010 Central | Loft 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| College Manor | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Utomin Apartments | 1 Bedroom Sublevel | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mass Ave Arts District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mass Ave Arts District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mass Ave Arts District is under $975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mass Ave Arts District?
The cheapest apartment in Mass Ave Arts District is INDY FLATS which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Mass Ave Arts District costs $4,265.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mass Ave Arts District?
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 69 regular apartments in Mass Ave Arts District 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 Mass Ave Arts District?
Cheap apartments in Mass Ave Arts District have an average cost of $368 which is $3,897 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mass Ave Arts District.
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