
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Canal Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $500 (99 Rentals)
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16 Park Apartments

INDY FLATS

Dunbar Court

Traymore Apartments

1733 N. Meridian

Priscilla on Pennsylvania

St. Agnes Apartments

The Washington

The Davlan
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9 On Canal

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Artistry Indy

Lockefield Gardens

1635 Central Ave

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The E'Laan

Wesley Place

Drake Street Garden Homes

Ralston Apartments

800 Capitol

Garden Arch Apartments

145 E 14th St

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402 N Delaware St

Apollo & Aurora Apartments
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The Stella

Nine+Eighteen

Gardens of Canal Court

Canal Square

The Continental Towers at Vermont Place

802 N Meridian St

Axis

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The Block

Pulliam Square

Canal Overlook Apartments

360 Market Square

Pavilion Place

Cosmopolitan on the Canal

220 Meridian

Shoemaker Building
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Upper Canal, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Canal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Canal Studio Apartments | $1,219 | $200 | $3,468 |
| Upper Canal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $544 | $4,071 |
| Upper Canal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $650 | $5,174 |
| Upper Canal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,774 | $799 | $6,518 |
| Upper Canal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $979 | $5,770 |
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There are currently 99 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Upper Canal Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Upper Canal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Canal area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at 632MLK priced from $200. INDY FLATS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $655. Here are the most affordable Upper Canal apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 632MLK | Waiting List | Studio,1BA | $200 |
| INDY FLATS | Sherwood Std D | Studio,1BA | $655 |
| Dunbar Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| 1733 N. Meridian | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Priscilla on Pennsylvania | Studio- 1st Floor Corner | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Washington | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| The Davlan | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $891 |
| 9 On Canal | Studio - Stockholm | Studio,1BA | $910 |
| Maxwell Apartments | Milan | Studio,1BA | $938 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Canal, IN
As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Canal area is the $0.97 price per square foot loft Model at Shoemaker Building in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Upper Canal apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Block starting at $2,639 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Riley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Canal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoemaker Building | loft | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| The Block | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Canal Gardens | 2.1 40% | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Davlan | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The E'Laan | The Vonnegut | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Drake Street Garden Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Van Dyke | Van Dyke 1B 830 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 1733 N. Meridian | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1010 Central | Bunker 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Maxwell Apartments | Milan | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Upper Canal, Indianapolis, and the greater Indianapolis area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Canal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Upper Canal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Canal is under $938.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Canal?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Canal is 1733 N. Meridian which is listed at $780, while the average apartment in Upper Canal costs $2,159.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper 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 95 regular apartments in Upper 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 Upper Canal?
Cheap apartments in Upper Canal have an average cost of $398 which is $1,761 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Canal.
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