
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $495 (64 Rentals)
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Cherry Glen

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Capital Place

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Thompson Village Apartments

969-971 E Mills Ave

Pine Glen

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One Somerset

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755 E Perry St, Unit 755 E. Perry Street

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701 E Perry St, Unit 701 E. Perry Street

Fox Club

Sherman Village

2246 Ransdell St

1119 Bacon St

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2242 Ransdell St

City Heights

Hanna Village

2231 Union St

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Stone Lake

Garfield Parkside Townhomes

2002 1/2 Shelby St

Markwood Terrace Apartments

Spicewood

2177 S Delaware St

2826 Brill Rd

Ninth Avenue Apartments

2106 Singleton St
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CrossRoads @ Southgreen

615 E Thompson Rd

1024 E Bradbury Ave

1013 E Legrande Ave

3854 S Sherman Dr

2746 Shelby St

1524 E Legrande Ave

3853 S State Ave

72 Schiller St
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University Heights, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights Studio Apartments | $865 | $799 | $905 |
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $650 | $1,650 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $879 | $2,880 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $1,000 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Heights Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Indianapolis, IN is a 3 Beds unit found at Garfield Parkside Townhomes priced from $708. Cherry Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Parkside Townhomes | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $708 |
| Cherry Glen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Spicewood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $819 |
| Sawmill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Capital Place | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $849 |
| Thompson Village Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Pine Glen | 1x1 Classic WL | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| One Somerset | One Somerset - 1 Bed/1 Bath. Act Now! Get a $30... | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IN
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $0.56 price per square foot 3BR Model at Garfield Parkside Townhomes in the in the Concord neighborhood starting from $708. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Brookwood Apartments starting at $1,322 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Shelby Street-Epler Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Parkside Townhomes | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $0.56 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| CrossRoads @ Madison Park | CrossRoads @ Madison Park - 01 | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Capital Place | Two Bedroom One Bath w/Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 701 E Perry St, Unit 701 E. Perry Street | 701 E Perry St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 755 E Perry St, Unit 755 E. Perry Street | 755 E Perry St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| CrossRoads @ Southgreen | CrossRoads @ Southgreen - 615-1... | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Strawbridge Green | Thompson | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Sherman Village | Garden Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Sawmill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at Cherry Glen listed at $799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $810 at Brookwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $849 at Capital Place.
What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Garfield Parkside Townhomes and starts from $708.
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