
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mass Ave Arts District Indianapolis, IN from $500 (116 Rentals)
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INDY FLATS

St. Agnes Apartments

Priscilla on Pennsylvania

The Washington

The Davlan

Circle City

Devonshire Apartments

College Manor

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Artistry Indy

Assembly

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615 N East St, Unit SI ID1364143P

The Leo

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410 E 13th St, Unit B

CityWay
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Canal Square

Gardens of Canal Court

The Continental Towers at Vermont Place

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Axis

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615 N East St, Unit SI ID1364133P

Pulliam Square

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St. Joseph Flats

Cosmopolitan on the Canal

1145 Bates St

Slate Apartments

The E'Laan

220 Meridian

360 Market Square
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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 | $1,327 | $675 | $5,538 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $799 | $4,136 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $846 | $6,430 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,090 | $1,800 | $7,091 |
| Mass Ave Arts District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,574 | $4,752 | $6,396 |
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There are currently 116 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 $705. 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 | $705 |
| Priscilla on Pennsylvania | Studio- 1st Floor Corner | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Washington | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| The Davlan | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| St. Agnes Apartments | One Bedroom Loft - 5th Floor* | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $891 |
| Senate Manor | S.1 B | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| Circle City | S8 Van Dyke | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| College Manor | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Line Lofts | The Inspiraton 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,014 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mass Ave Arts District, IN
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mass Ave Arts District area is the $1.27 price per square foot B3 Model at 946 MLK in the in the Near North Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $2,020. The second greatest value Mass Ave Arts District apartment is the Athens Model at Maxwell Apartments starting at $1,621 with a $1.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 946 MLK | B3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Maxwell Apartments | Athens | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 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 |
| The McKay | McKay 1B 831 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Van Dyke | Van Dyke 1B 830 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 1010 Central | Depot 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| College Manor | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| St. Agnes Apartments | One Bedroom Loft - 5th Floor* | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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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 $1,014.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mass Ave Arts District?
The cheapest apartment in Mass Ave Arts District is St. Agnes Apartments which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Mass Ave Arts District costs $5,574.
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 63 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 $306 which is $5,268 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mass Ave Arts District.
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