
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Trail Creek Neighborhood of Michigan City, IN from $625 (23 Rentals)
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202 E Barker Ave

Normandy Village Apartments

115 W Barker Ave

The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC

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Trail Creek, Michigan City, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Trail Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Creek Studio Apartments | $937 | $904 | $995 |
| Trail Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $837 | $1,400 |
| Trail Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $950 | $4,800 |
| Trail Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $1,228 | $2,409 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Trail Creek Neighborhood of Michigan City, IN.
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Cheapest Available Trail Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Trail Creek area of Chicago, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Normandy Village Apartments priced from $893. The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable Trail Creek apartments for rent in Chicago, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandy Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC | Courts one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Woodland Crossing | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Coolspring Estates Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Edgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trail Creek, IN
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trail Creek area is the $0.98 price per square foot 1126 Spring St Model at 1126 Spring St, Unit FRONT in the in the Brinkmans neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Trail Creek apartment is the Courts two bedroom upgraded Model at The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC starting at $1,125 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Trail Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trail Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1126 Spring St, Unit FRONT | 1126 Spring St | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC | Courts two bedroom upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Village West Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Normandy Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Woodland Crossing | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Edgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Coolspring Estates Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trail Creek Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Trail Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Trail Creek is Normandy Village Apartments which is listed at $893, while the average apartment in Trail Creek costs $1,082.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Trail Creek?
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 3 regular apartments in Trail Creek that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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