
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near NW Riverside Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Near NW Riverside area of Indianapolis.


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Near NW Riverside, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near NW Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near NW Riverside Studio Apartments | $813 | $595 | $1,391 |
| Near NW Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $684 | $1,890 |
| Near NW Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $899 | $2,557 |
| Near NW Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,100 | $2,344 |
| Near NW Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $979 | $3,496 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Near NW Riverside Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Near NW Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near NW Riverside area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Meridian Towers priced from $629. Union at 16th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $684. Here are the most affordable Near NW Riverside apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Towers | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Union at 16th | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $684 |
| Oxmoor Indy | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| 34 North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| St. Agnes Apartments | Studio- Standard 2nd -5th* | Studio,1BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near NW Riverside, IN
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near NW Riverside area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Union at 16th in the in the Cheswick Place neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Near NW Riverside apartment is the 7178B1 Traditional 2x2 (1100 sqft) Model at Mansion Row - Where Historic Charm Meets Modern Convenience! starting at $1,367 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Cheswick Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near NW Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union at 16th | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Mansion Row - Where Historic Charm Meets Modern Convenience! | 7178B1 Traditional 2x2 (1100 sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| The Star | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Riverside Apartment Homes | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Drake Street Garden Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| St. James | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| River West Flats | One Bedroom One Bath - The Driftwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 34 North Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.61 |
| Meridian Towers | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near NW Riverside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near NW Riverside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near NW Riverside is under $1,079.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near NW Riverside?
The cheapest apartment in Near NW Riverside is Union at 16th which is listed at $684, while the average apartment in Near NW Riverside costs $2,065.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near NW 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 36 regular apartments in Near NW 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 NW Riverside?
Cheap apartments in Near NW Riverside have an average cost of $416 which is $1,649 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near NW Riverside.
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