Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelbyville, IN from $400 (10 Rentals)
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106 W Broadway St

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617 W Franklin St

424 S Pike St

229 W Pennsylvania St

LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS

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Shelbyville, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelbyville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Shelbyville Studio Apartments | $1,097 | $645 | $1,360 |
| Cheap Shelbyville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $825 | $1,857 |
| Cheap Shelbyville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $880 | $2,231 |
| Cheap Shelbyville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,657 | $1,296 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Shelbyville, IN
Pricing Updated: 11/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Shelbyville | $1,379 | $910 | 9 |
Cheapest Available Shelbyville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelbyville, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS priced from $470. Hendricks Pointe in the Downtown Shelbyville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelbyville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $470 |
| Hendricks Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $549 |
| Waterbury Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelbyville, IN
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelbyville area is the $1.05 price per square foot L3-SUN Model at The Links at Franklin in the in the Cityview Farm neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Shelbyville apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Yorktowne Farms Community starting at $1,350 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Tracy Commons neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelbyville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links at Franklin | L3-SUN | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Yorktowne Farms Community | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Martin Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| North Harrison Senior | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Summit Pointe | The Tanzania | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Hendricks Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| Keeneland Crest Apartments | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Washington Village Apartments | The Colonial | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Latitudes Apartments | The Sundial 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Getting Around Shelbyville, IN
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelbyville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shelbyville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shelbyville is under $1,014.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shelbyville?
The cheapest apartment in Shelbyville is LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS which is listed at $470, while the average apartment in Shelbyville costs $1,379.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shelbyville?
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 3 regular apartments in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville?
Cheap apartments in Shelbyville have an average cost of $604 which is $775 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shelbyville.
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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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
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