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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 1101 S Rogers St

1101 S Rogers St

BloomingtonIN47403

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Cheapest Available Monroe County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monroe County, IN is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood priced from $549. Lofton in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monroe County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo LivingVivo Living - Petite StudioStudio,1BA$549
LoftonLofton - Individual Lease/ Roommate Matching - ...1BR,2BA$749
Canadian Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
3 SquareHStudio,1BA$750
Acadia CourtStudioStudio,1BA$760
CedargateStudio StandardStudio,1BA$800
Woodland Springs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Walnut Springs2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$855
Continental Terrace2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$860
Northcrest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe County, IN

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monroe County area is the $0.91 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Nile Ridge Townhomes in the in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Monroe County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 3 Bath on Amaryllis Model at Hoosier Court Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nile Ridge TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,3.5BA$0.91
Hoosier Court Apartments3 Bedroom 3 Bath on Amaryllis3BR,3BA$0.97
Park on Morton3x3 Balcony - Platinum3BR,3BA$0.91
Hickory GroveMagnolia3BR,1BA$0.96
Walnut Springs2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.79
Hazel Briar CourtRose2BR,2BA$1.13
The League Bloomington10 North 2x2 Penthouse2BR,2BA$0.99
The Stratum at Indiana2x22BR,2BA$0.92
The MonroeB22BR,2BA$1.15
Continental Terrace2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16

Frequently Asked Questions about Monroe County

What type of rentals are currently available in Monroe County?

There are currently 421 Apartments for Rent in Monroe County, IN with pricing that ranges from $475 to $15,000. There are also 449 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monroe County ranging from $585 to $31,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monroe County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monroe County ranges from $585 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,769.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monroe County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monroe County range from $650 to $6,909, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $5,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $739.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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