
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Indianapolis Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest Indianapolis area of Indianapolis.


1344 Burdsal Pkwy

1344 Burdsal Pkwy

Union at 16th

Wildwood Village Apartments
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1254 W 23rd St

The Cedars Apartment Homes

The Fields Apartment Homes

2037 N Luett Ave

Spacious 2BR/1BA located on the west side of Indy close to downtown

The Riverside Apartment Homes
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The Meadows Apartment Homes

1442 W Congress Ave

1314 Medford Ave

The Life at White Pines

Waterfront Terrace

1326 Medford Ave
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El Dorado Apartments

3014 W 10th St

1230 N Belmont Ave
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Northwest Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Indianapolis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Indianapolis Studio Apartments | $1,097 | $620 | $1,546 |
| Northwest Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $675 | $1,890 |
| Northwest Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $749 | $2,557 |
| Northwest Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $1,023 | $1,899 |
| Northwest Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $938 | $600 | $3,267 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Indianapolis Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Indianapolis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Indianapolis area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at The Stratford priced from $620. Union at 16th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $684. Here are the most affordable Northwest Indianapolis apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stratford | Studio | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| Union at 16th | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $684 |
| Wildwood Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Fields Apartment Homes | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| The Legend at Speedway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Riverside Apartment Homes | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Life at White Pines | PINE | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| El Dorado Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Aura Apartments | AUA2 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Meadows Apartment Homes | 1x1 Williamsburg Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Indianapolis, IN
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Indianapolis area is the $1.21 price per square foot AUB2RENO Model at Aura Apartments in the in the Cheswick Place neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Northwest Indianapolis apartment is the CYPRESS Model at The Life at White Pines starting at $1,536 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Cheswick Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Indianapolis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aura Apartments | AUB2RENO | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Life at White Pines | CYPRESS | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Mansion Row - Where Historic Charm Meets Modern Convenience! | 7178B1 Traditional 2x2 (1100 sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Riverside Apartment Homes | 2x1 Townhome Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Union at 16th | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Wildwood Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Cedars Apartment Homes | 2x1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Stratford | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Fields Apartment Homes | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Legend at Speedway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Northwest Indianapolis, Indianapolis, and the greater Indianapolis area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Indianapolis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Indianapolis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Indianapolis is under $979.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Indianapolis?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Indianapolis is Union at 16th which is listed at $684, while the average apartment in Northwest Indianapolis costs $1,384.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Indianapolis?
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 40 regular apartments in Northwest Indianapolis 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 Northwest Indianapolis?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Indianapolis have an average cost of $243 which is $1,141 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Indianapolis.
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