Cheap Homes for Rent in Riley Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $1,000 (7 Rentals)

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230 E 9th St

IndianapolisIN46204

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Cheapest Available Riley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riley area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at INDY FLATS priced from $655. Priscilla on Pennsylvania has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Riley apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
INDY FLATSSherwood Std DStudio,1BA$655
Priscilla on PennsylvaniaStudio- 1st Floor CornerStudio,1BA$799
The WashingtonStudioStudio,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riley, IN

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riley area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Block in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $2,459. The second greatest value Riley apartment is the 2.1 40% Model at Canal Gardens starting at $891 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Near North Indianapolis 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.
The Block3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.39
Canal Gardens2.1 40%2BR,1BA$0.93
Line LoftsThe Intuition 60%2BR,1BA$1.36
The Davlan2-12BR,1BA$0.95
Van DykeVan Dyke 1B 8301BR,1BA$1.55
Dunbar Court1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
1010 CentralBunker 60%1BR,1BA$1.53
College Manor1 BR1BR,1BA$1.49
Utomin Apartments1 Bedroom Sublevel1BR,1BA$1.37
St. Agnes ApartmentsOne Bedroom- Standard 2nd-4th*1BR,1BA$1.38

Frequently Asked Questions about Riley

What type of rentals are currently available in Riley?

There are currently 213 Apartments for Rent in Riley, IN with pricing that ranges from $497 to $6,477. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riley ranging from $1,000 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riley ranges from $1,000 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,654.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riley range from $799 to $6,477, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,399 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,455 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $895.

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