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202 E Taylor St

ShelbyvilleIN46176

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, IN

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby County area is the $1.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Martin Estates Apartments in the in the Shelby County neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Shelby County apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Hendricks Pointe starting at $538 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the Downtown Shelbyville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Martin Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
Hendricks PointeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.62
Water Dance Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.27
Loper CommonsTwo Bedroom Apartment I2BR,1BA$1.47
The MillWalker1BR,1BA$1.99
North Harrison SeniorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Eight37 Lofts1D 60%1BR,1BA$1.55
119 E Polk St, Unit 10119 E Polk St1BR,1BA$1.50

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby County

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby County?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, IN with pricing that ranges from $690 to $1,882. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby County ranging from $525 to $2,150.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby County ranges from $525 to $2,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,272.

Expert Rental Resources

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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