
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near Northwest Riverside Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (21 Rentals)
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Meridian Towers

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Near Northwest Riverside, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near Northwest Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near Northwest Riverside Studio Apartments | $925 | $595 | $1,399 |
| Near Northwest Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $684 | $1,794 |
| Near Northwest Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $820 | $2,139 |
| Near Northwest Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $900 | $2,065 |
| Near Northwest Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $720 | $2,435 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Near Northwest Riverside Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Near Northwest Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near Northwest Riverside area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Meridian Towers priced from $629. Oxmoor Indy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Near Northwest Riverside apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Towers | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Oxmoor Indy | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| The Sheldrake Apartments | Studio Hybrid | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 34 North Apartments | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $720 |
| Parkway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near Northwest Riverside, IN
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near Northwest Riverside area is the $1.33 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at 2131 North in the in the Near North Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Near Northwest Riverside apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Union at 16th starting at $1,250 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Cheswick Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near Northwest Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2131 North | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Union at 16th | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| The Star | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Oxmoor Indy | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| St. James | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| CityView on Meridian | 1 Bedroom/1Bathroom 645 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Whitaker | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Parkway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Sheldrake Apartments | Studio Hybrid | Studio ,1BA | $1.54 |
| 34 North Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.61 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near Northwest Riverside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near Northwest Riverside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near Northwest Riverside is under $980.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near Northwest Riverside?
The cheapest apartment in Near Northwest Riverside is Oxmoor Indy which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Near Northwest Riverside costs $1,506.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near Northwest Riverside?
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 6 regular apartments in Near Northwest Riverside 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 Near Northwest Riverside?
Cheap apartments in Near Northwest Riverside have an average cost of $253 which is $1,253 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near Northwest Riverside.
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