
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Canal Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (57 Rentals)
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New Bridge

Priscilla on Pennsylvania

River West Flats

305 W Washington St

Lockefield Gardens

522 Fletcher Ave

The Assembly

Artistry Indy

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The Assumption on Blaine

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Vanguard at 16 Tech

Wesley Place

Pinnex

Rise on Meridian

The Grounds

The Stella

Wesmont

Nine+Eighteen

Gardens of Canal Court
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Axis

Mozzo apartments

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CityWay

The Leo

The Row

Ardmore Apartments

Pulliam Square

Cosmopolitan on the Canal
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Canal Overlook Apartments

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The E'Laan

Hinge Apartments

55 S Harding St, Unit 109

220 Meridian

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Bon Air Residence

360 Market Square

The Block
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The Canal, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Canal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canal Studio Apartments | $1,473 | $675 | $3,693 |
| The Canal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $809 | $4,532 |
| The Canal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $799 | $6,430 |
| The Canal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,745 | $1,049 | $6,595 |
| The Canal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,020 | $600 | $2,974 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Canal Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available The Canal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Canal area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Dunbar Court priced from $675. New Bridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $779. Here are the most affordable The Canal apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunbar Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| New Bridge | Studio - The Enclave | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| Priscilla on Pennsylvania | Studio- 1st Floor Corner | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Senate Manor | 1.1 B | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| River West Flats | One Bedroom One Bath - The Driftwood | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Lockefield Gardens | Standard One Bedroom (SR3) | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
| 9 On Canal | Studio - Stockholm | Studio,1BA | $1,060 |
| Artistry Indy | Jacqueline | Studio,1BA | $1,087 |
| The Assumption on Blaine | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Riverview | Calumet | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Canal, IN
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Canal area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Block in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $2,879. The second greatest value The Canal apartment is the 7178B1 Traditional 2x2 (1100 sqft) Model at Mansion Row Apartments starting at $1,379 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Cheswick Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Canal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Block | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Mansion Row Apartments | 7178B1 Traditional 2x2 (1100 sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Riverside Apartment Homes | 2x1,5 Townhome Upgrade | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Wesmont | Two Bedroom - Body and Soul | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Harding Street Lofts | 2.2 A4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| The E'Laan | The Vonnegut | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| The Avenue | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Assumption on Blaine | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| River West Flats | Two Bedroom One Bath - The Hudson | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Penn Street Tower Apartments | St. Clair: Floors 10-12 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Canal, Indianapolis, IN
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Canal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in The Canal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in The Canal is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Canal?
The cheapest apartment in The Canal is New Bridge which is listed at $809, while the average apartment in The Canal costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Canal?
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 68 regular apartments in The Canal 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 The Canal?
Cheap apartments in The Canal have an average cost of $320 which is $2,080 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in The Canal.
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