
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Muncie Neighborhood of Muncie, IN from $400 (68 Rentals)
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501 W Adams St

1008 W 1st St

904 W Main St

702-706 W 10th St

2405 W Jackson St

River Landing Apartments

Flats at West End

805 W University Ave

218 S Martin Ave
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1621 W Jackson St

1516 1/2 W Jackson St

2310 N Oakwood Ave

808 W Beechwood Ave

1300 N Granville Ave

824 W Main St, Unit 824 B

The Alan

626 W Main St

802 1/2-802 N Mulberry St

1503 W 16th St
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1424 S Meeker Ave

2007 S Penn St

517-519-519 Wheeling Ave

1519 E Washington St

710 N Mulberry St

Arrasmith Building

1921-1923 S Hackley St

211 S Liberty St, Unit c

1525 S Walnut St

1703 E 14th St
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812 W Main St

1619 W Gilbert St

520 N Alameda Ave

707 Muncie, Unit B

319 W 10th St

424 Lofts

2213 E Memorial Dr

District on Bethel

219 E Willard St

1203 W 1st St
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The District on Linden

621 S Mound St

2207 S Walnut St

District on Oakwood

Beacon Hill

The Cedars Apartments

Kensington Apartments

519 S Liberty St

Wilson School Apartments

The District on Riverside
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Downtown Muncie, Muncie, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Muncie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Muncie Studio Apartments | $718 | $650 | $800 |
| Downtown Muncie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $831 | $575 | $1,050 |
| Downtown Muncie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,004 | $725 | $1,595 |
| Downtown Muncie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,105 | $950 | $1,300 |
| Downtown Muncie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,400 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Muncie Neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Muncie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Muncie area of Muncie, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Flats at West End priced from $690. Kensington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Downtown Muncie apartments for rent in Muncie, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats at West End | Luxury You Can Afford: Renovated 1BR Downtown |... | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Kensington Apartments | 1/1 A | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| The Alan | 1A 50% | 1BR,1BA | $712 |
| Wilson School Apartments | Historic Vibe on Muncie's Southside | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| None | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| 424 Lofts | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| River Edge | Close to Campus | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Beacon Hill | 3.1a | 3BR,1BA | $950 |
| Charles Commons | Charles Commons — Quiet Living, Close to Everyt... | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Muncie, IN
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Muncie area is the $0.94 price per square foot Pulse 7616 Model at Freedom Acres MHC in the in the Westacres neighborhood starting from $1,139. The second greatest value Downtown Muncie apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath - South Tower Model at District on Bethel starting at $1,275 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the South Muncie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Muncie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom Acres MHC | Pulse 7616 | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| District on Bethel | 3 Bed 2 Bath - South Tower | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| District on Wayne | Near The Village With a Balcony | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Beacon Hill | 3.1d | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 424 Lofts | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| *Newly Renovated* Premium Style 2-4 BD Apartment Home | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Alan | 1A-HC 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Charles Commons | Charles Commons — Quiet Living, Close to Everyt... | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Wilson School Apartments | Historic Vibe on Muncie's Southside | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Flats at West End | Luxury You Can Afford: Renovated 1BR Downtown |... | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Muncie Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Muncie?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Muncie is Flats at West End which is listed at $690, while the average apartment in Downtown Muncie costs $1,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Muncie?
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 96 regular apartments in Downtown Muncie 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 Downtown Muncie?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Muncie have an average cost of $594 which is $856 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Muncie.
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