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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 Studio unit found at The Washington priced from $775. 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
The WashingtonStudioStudio,1BA$775
Canal Gardens2.1 40%2BR,1BA$891
Artistry IndyJacquelineStudio,1BA$892
The Continental Towers at Vermont PlaceContinental Unrenovated - Willard1BR,1BA$899
Priscilla on PennsylvaniaStudio- 1st Floor CornerStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riley, IN

As of September 13, 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
Penn Street Tower ApartmentsSenate 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment at 115 Penn A...2BR,1BA$1.37
RaleighRaleigh 2B 10042BR,2BA$1.59
Canal Gardens2.1 40%2BR,1BA$0.93
Van DykeVan Dyke 1B 8301BR,1BA$1.55
The WhitakerTwo Bedrooms, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.33
The Seminole1br1BR,1BA$1.28
Lockerbie FlatsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.62
College Manor1 BR1BR,1BA$1.57

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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
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riley

What type of rentals are currently available in Riley?

There are currently 214 Apartments for Rent in Riley, IN with pricing that ranges from $650 to $5,900. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riley ranging from $599 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 $599 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,756.

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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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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