
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Shelby, IN from $553 (43 Rentals)
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Crest Apartments

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Birchwood Apartments

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Meadow Lane Apartments

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2045-2151 Meadow Ln

333 Kristie Ct

2100 N Main St

Uptown East

Tiberon Trails

Harvest Grove Apartment Homes

1010 W Pine St

Whitcomb Terrace Apartments
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Chelsea Garden

Barberry Apartments

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Evergreen

Maple Leaf Apartments

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Vita on Grant

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Highbranch Apartments

Prairie Point Apartments

4778 Connecticut St
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Meadow Lane Apartments

409 S Maple St

7300 W 128th Pl

10029 Kennedy Ave

5060 Georgia St

1905 Austin Ave

4639 Connecticut St

21746 Jeffrey
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7322 Noble St

6974 Fillmore Dr

600 W 46th Ave
Shelby, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Studio Apartments | $899 | $800 | $999 |
| Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $553 | $2,291 |
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $988 | $2,850 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,410 | $1,367 | $3,525 |
| Shelby 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,589 | $3,589 | $3,589 |
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Cheapest Available Shelby Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby, IN is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. Madison Cottage of Rensselaer in the Jasper County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $970. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Madison Cottage of Rensselaer | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Birchwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 2045-2151 Meadow Ln | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 2100 N Main St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Crestview Apartments Homes | D-1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,138 |
| Uptown East | 1X1 S | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| 1010 W Pine St | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, IN and Nearby
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath - Renovated Model at Cypress Pointe in the in the Downtown Crown Point neighborhood starting from $2,249. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the 2BR Model at Meadow Lane Apartments starting at $1,180 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Liverpool neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Pointe | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath - Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Meadow Lane Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Whitcomb Terrace Apartments | Colonial Invitational | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Harvest Ridge Apartment Homes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Madison Cottage of Rensselaer | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 2100 N Main St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 2045-2151 Meadow Ln | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Birchwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby Apartment is $970 at Madison Cottage of Rensselaer.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelby Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelby is starting from $1,080 at Birchwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Madison Cottage of Rensselaer and starts from $1,367.
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