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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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property at 6428 Oyster Key Ln

$1,875

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6428 Oyster Key Ln

PlainfieldIN46168
property at 6580 Dunsdin Dr

$1,875

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6580 Dunsdin Dr

PlainfieldIN46168
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Kinnley Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kinnley Court

3650 Clarks Creek RdPlainfield, IN 46168
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Haven Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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556 Ally BlvdPlainfield, IN 46168
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Harpers Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harpers Crossing

311 Harpers CrossingPlainfield, IN 46168
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Stanley Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stanley Terrace

451 N Vine StPlainfield, IN 46168

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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property at 556 Dylan Dr

$1,875

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556 Dylan Dr

AvonIN46123
property at 1939 Dutch Elm Dr

$1,895

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$1,895
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1939 Dutch Elm Dr

IndianapolisIN46231

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Plainfield, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainfield, IN

Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Plainfield, IN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Plainfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Plainfield$1,862$86083
Downtown Plainfield$2,499$860109
Six Points$2,499$860100

Cheapest Available Plainfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainfield, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Harpers Crossing in the The Settlement - Designer neighborhood priced from $840. Stafford Pointe in the The Settlement - Designer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $860. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harpers Crossing1 bdr1BR,1BA$840
Stafford Pointe1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$860
Northwoods ApartmentsRune1BR,1BA$1,095
LINDEN SQUARESomerset1BR,1BA$1,142
Lakeside at Walnut Hills2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,145
Aberdeen ApartmentsAbbington1BR,1BA$1,171
Crown PlazaDover1BR,1BA$1,195
Center Street ApartmentsB1 R2BR,1BA$1,225
Stanley TerraceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,250
Saratoga Crossing Apartment HomesThe Camden1BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IN

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $1.53 price per square foot Charleston Model at Woods at Countryside Crossing in the in the Avon Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $2,444. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the 3 BR/ 1.5 BA Townhouse Model at Stafford Pointe starting at $1,810 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the The Settlement - Designer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woods at Countryside CrossingCharleston3BR,2BA$1.53
Stafford Pointe3 BR/ 1.5 BA Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$1.33
Avon CreekThe Jr Brook2BR,2BA$1.45
Canyon Club at Perry CrossingGrotto (B)2BR,1BA$1.36
Stanley TerraceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.32
Residences on Ronald ReaganDutch1BR,1BA$1.66
Lakeside at Walnut Hills2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.35
Center Street ApartmentsB1 R2BR,1BA$1.50
Crown PlazaDover1BR,1BA$1.66
Harpers Crossing1 bdr1BR,1BA$1.24

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Indianapolis Neighborhood for Student Renters

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Indianapolis, IN | Find Charlotte Indianapolis Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plainfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Plainfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Plainfield is under $1,275.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plainfield?

The cheapest apartment in Plainfield is Harpers Crossing which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in Plainfield costs $2,286.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plainfield?

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 9 regular apartments in Plainfield 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 Plainfield?

Cheap apartments in Plainfield have an average cost of $161 which is $2,125 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plainfield.

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.