
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meridian-Kessler Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (76 Rentals)
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Glenstone Studios

34 North Apartments

3235 N Kenwood Ave

The Star

Parkway

Monon Walk Apartments

The Pines at SoBro

Broad Ripple Trails

3340 N Meridian St
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2943 Schofield Ave, Unit 2943

2318 E 36th St

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4901 N Washington Blvd

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2945 Schofield Ave, Unit 2945

1330 W 32nd St

CityView on Meridian

5820 Grandview Dr

449 W 29th St
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3241 Guilford Ave

415 W 39th St

3450 Graceland Ave

538 W 29th St

4155 Graceland Ave

Buckingham & Balmoral

Broad Ripple Flats

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THE COURTS OF MONON

Marblehead

727 Fairfield Ave

VILLAGE AT FALL CREEK

The Historic Bauer

3763 Broadway St

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Meridian Plaza

3519 Balsam Ave

Birchwood Place

The Meridian

316 W 29th St
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Meridian-Kessler, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meridian-Kessler?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian-Kessler Studio Apartments | $1,112 | $619 | $1,400 |
| Meridian-Kessler 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $739 | $1,720 |
| Meridian-Kessler 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $859 | $4,909 |
| Meridian-Kessler 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $925 | $2,105 |
| Meridian-Kessler 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,119 | $995 | $3,983 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Meridian-Kessler Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Meridian-Kessler Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meridian-Kessler area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Meridian Towers priced from $619. Glenstone Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable Meridian-Kessler apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Towers | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $619 |
| Glenstone Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Oxmoor Indy | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| 34 North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| 3519 Balsam Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Parkway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Meridian | The Penn | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Star | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Monon Walk Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Maple Court | 2 Bed Original | 2BR,1BA | $859 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meridian-Kessler, IN
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meridian-Kessler area is the $1.16 price per square foot Buckingham 3 BR, 2 BA Apartment 1,815 Sq Ft. Model at Buckingham & Balmoral in the in the Martindale neighborhood starting from $2,105. The second greatest value Meridian-Kessler apartment is the Garnet Model at 7 Pointe Apartments starting at $1,069 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the United Northeast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meridian-Kessler apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham & Balmoral | Buckingham 3 BR, 2 BA Apartment 1,815 Sq Ft. | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 7 Pointe Apartments | Garnet | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| The Star | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 3326 Ruckle St, Unit Rear Apartment | 3326 Ruckle St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Oxmoor Indy | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Broad Ripple Trails | 2BR-L Rehab Village | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Willow Brook | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Maple Court | 2 Bed Original | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Monon Walk Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| Parkway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meridian-Kessler Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Meridian-Kessler?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Meridian-Kessler is under $859.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meridian-Kessler?
The cheapest apartment in Meridian-Kessler is Oxmoor Indy which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Meridian-Kessler costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meridian-Kessler?
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 38 regular apartments in Meridian-Kessler 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 Meridian-Kessler?
Cheap apartments in Meridian-Kessler have an average cost of $346 which is $1,404 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Meridian-Kessler.
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