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1543 E Ohio St

IndianapolisIN46201

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Riley, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riley area of Indianapolis, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Line Lofts priced from $563. Canal Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $891. Here are the most affordable Riley apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Line LoftsThe Inspiration 30%2BR,1BA$563
Canal Gardens2.1 40%2BR,1BA$891
Senate ManorS.1 CStudio,1BA$930
Trail SideA1BR,1BA$938
1010 CentralLoft 50%1BR,1BA$956
Maxwell ApartmentsMilanStudio,1BA$962
Circle City ApartmentsWinterhouse Studio 402Studio,1BA$970
Devonshire Apartments in Downtown Indianapolis1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$990
The WhitakerTwo Bedrooms, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$995
Artistry IndyJacquelineStudio,1BA$1,024

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riley, IN

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riley area is the $1.08 price per square foot loft Model at Shoemaker Building in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Riley apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at The Block starting at $1,849 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Riley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shoemaker Buildingloft2BR,2BA$1.08
The Block2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.55
Indy Colonial ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Canal Gardens2.1 40%2BR,1BA$0.93
Line LoftsThe Intuition 60%2BR,1BA$1.53
Trail SideA1BR,1BA$1.12
Colmar ApartmentsFront One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53
Van DykeVan Dyke 1B 8301BR,1BA$1.55
The WhitakerTwo Bedrooms, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.33
The Washington2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riley, Indianapolis, IN

Ranked #4

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Indianapolis, IN. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Riley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riley is under $1,024.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riley?

The cheapest apartment in Riley is Trail Side which is listed at $938, while the average apartment in Riley costs $4,718.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riley?

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 21 regular apartments in Riley 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 Riley?

Cheap apartments in Riley have an average cost of $122 which is $4,596 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riley.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis

Written by: Wendy Melton

Indianapolis is not only the state capital of Indiana, it’s also a shining example of what Midwestern living is all about. I’m Wendy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.