
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shelby Street-Epler Avenue Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (46 Rentals)
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Shelby Street-Epler Avenue, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Street-Epler Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,061 | $749 | $1,325 |
| Shelby Street-Epler Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $705 | $1,650 |
| Shelby Street-Epler Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $775 | $1,899 |
| Shelby Street-Epler Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $1,050 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shelby Street-Epler Avenue Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Shelby Street-Epler Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shelby Street-Epler Avenue area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Garfield Park Village priced from $705. 5700 Madison Apartments & Edgewood on Madison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Shelby Street-Epler Avenue apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Park Village | 1/1 Vintage | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| 5700 Madison Apartments & Edgewood on Madison | Edgewood - Cypress | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| One Somerset | *ACT NOW- Price Drop* One Somerset - 1 Bed/1 Ba... | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Pine Glen | Elm Classic | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
| South & Madison | E1 | Studio,1BA | $809 |
| Stone Lake | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Capital Place | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $839 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| Sawmill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Spicewood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue, IN
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby Street-Epler Avenue area is the $1.12 price per square foot Sherman Model at Strawbridge Green in the in the Shelby Street-Epler Avenue neighborhood starting from $1,470. The second greatest value Shelby Street-Epler Avenue apartment is the 3Bd/1.5Ba Dn W/D Model at Martinique Terrace starting at $1,499 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Winchester Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby Street-Epler Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawbridge Green | Sherman | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Martinique Terrace | 3Bd/1.5Ba Dn W/D | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Fox Club | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Windsor Court | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom (C3M) | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| SOUTHPORT AT BUCK CREEK | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Parc Bordeaux Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Pine Glen | Oak Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Buckridge at Southport | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Sherman Village | Garden Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby Street-Epler Avenue Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue is under $849.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue is Garfield Park Village which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue costs $1,470.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue?
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 31 regular apartments in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue 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 Shelby Street-Epler Avenue?
Cheap apartments in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue have an average cost of $142 which is $1,328 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shelby Street-Epler Avenue.
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