
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Michigan Highland Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $500 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Michigan Highland area of Indianapolis.


The Meridian North and South

Carlton Apartments

Turtle Creek - Indianapolis

Estates at Crystal Bay

Landmark

Meridian Lakes

Lakeshore Reserve Off 86th Apartments and Townhomes

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Woodlake

The Grove on Harcourt

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The Towers at Crooked Creek Senior Housing

Oak Lake at Crooked Creek

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Edison at Meridian Hills

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Crooked Creek

Everly at Meridian Hills

6072 Bettcher Ave

2286 W Kessler Blvd N Dr

Hampshire Court

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The Meridian North

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The Jameson

The Villages of Bent Tree Apartments

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945 Fox Hill Dr

Park Place Apartments

Private Reserve Townhomes

73 W Westfield Blvd

8527 Canterbury Square E
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Michigan Highland, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Michigan Highland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Highland Studio Apartments | $878 | $715 | $1,229 |
| Michigan Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $990 | $744 | $2,040 |
| Michigan Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $909 | $2,215 |
| Michigan Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $1,149 | $3,125 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Michigan Highland Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Michigan Highland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Michigan Highland area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Dogwood Glen priced from $715. Reflections Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Michigan Highland apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogwood Glen | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| Reflections Apartments | Expressions | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Meridian North and South | A7S South | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Carlton Apartments | Villa | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Turtle Creek - Indianapolis | Studio Shell | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Lakeshore Reserve Off 86th Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Meridian Lakes | 1Bed/1Ba-Up (C) | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| Woodlake | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| The Manning Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,029 |
| The Towers at Crooked Creek Senior Housing | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Michigan Highland, IN
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Michigan Highland area is the $1.47 price per square foot Three Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Lakeshore Reserve Off 86th Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Spring Arbor neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Michigan Highland apartment is the The Newburgh Model at Private Reserve Townhomes starting at $1,379 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Spring Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Michigan Highland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Reserve Off 86th Apartments and Townhomes | Three Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Private Reserve Townhomes | The Newburgh | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Everly at Meridian Hills | Iris | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Edison at Meridian Hills | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Estates at Crystal Bay | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse 1000 sq ft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Park Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Eclipse Apartment Homes | The Galexia w/ Den - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Woodlake | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Meridian North and South | A4R South | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Meridian Lakes | 1Bed/1Ba-Up (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Michigan Highland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Michigan Highland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Michigan Highland is under $1,045.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Michigan Highland?
The cheapest apartment in Michigan Highland is The Meridian North and South which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Michigan Highland costs $1,415.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Michigan Highland?
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 45 regular apartments in Michigan Highland 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 Michigan Highland?
Cheap apartments in Michigan Highland have an average cost of $283 which is $1,132 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Michigan Highland.
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