
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (14 Rentals)
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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 | $925 | $804 | $1,262 |
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,012 | $754 | $1,499 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $775 | $2,601 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $1,070 | $2,200 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Garfield Park Village priced from $754. One Somerset has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Park Village | 1/1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $754 |
| One Somerset | *ACT NOW- Price Drop* One Somerset - 1 Bed/1 Ba... | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $847 |
| Sawmill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Parc Bordeaux Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, IN
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.45 price per square foot Cambridge Model at Hanna Village in the in the Concord neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Fox Club starting at $1,029 with a $1.03 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanna Village | Cambridge | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Fox Club | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Strawbridge Green | Emerson | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Capital Place | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Pine Glen | Oak Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Ninth Avenue Apartments | The Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Sherman Village | Garden Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Welcome to Dawson Village – Welcome Home! | Brand New Double | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 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 a cheap apartment in University Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Heights is under $928.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Heights?
The cheapest apartment in University Heights is Garfield Park Village which is listed at $754, while the average apartment in University Heights costs $1,411.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Heights?
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 40 regular apartments in University Heights 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 University Heights?
Cheap apartments in University Heights have an average cost of $212 which is $1,199 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Heights.
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