Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Shelbyville Neighborhood of Shelbyville, IN from $500 (12 Rentals)

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Water Dance Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Water Dance Apartments

1700 Morningside DrShelbyville, IN 46176
Furnished
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641 Main St
1 Bedroom Apartments

641 Main St

641 Main StShelbyville, IN 46176
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157 W Hendricks St
1 Bedroom Apartments

157 W Hendricks St

157 W Hendricks StShelbyville, IN 46176

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North Harrison Senior
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Harrison Senior

111 N Harrison StShelbyville, IN 46176
Senior Living
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Hendricks Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hendricks Pointe

415 W Taylor StShelbyville, IN 46176
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Shelby's Crest & Landing
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Shelby's Crest & Landing

753 Shelbys CrestShelbyville, IN 46176
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Twin Lakes Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Lakes Apartments

1825 Wichman LnShelbyville, IN 46176
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Downtown Shelbyville, Shelbyville, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Shelbyville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Shelbyville area of Shelbyville, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Hendricks Pointe priced from $549. North Harrison Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable Downtown Shelbyville apartments for rent in Shelbyville, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hendricks PointeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$549
North Harrison SeniorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$830
Loper CommonsOne Bedroom Apartment I1BR,1BA$994
Martin Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Shelbyville, IN

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Shelbyville area is the $1.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Martin Estates Apartments in the in the Downtown Shelbyville neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Downtown Shelbyville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at North Harrison Senior starting at $997 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Shelbyville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Shelbyville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Martin Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
North Harrison SeniorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Hendricks PointeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.64
246 E Washington St, Unit 5246 E Washington St1BR,1BA$1.50
Loper CommonsOne Bedroom Apartment I1BR,1BA$1.74

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Shelbyville, Shelbyville, IN

Ranked #1

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Downtown Shelbyville Neighborhood in Shelbyville, IN

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Shelbyville Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Shelbyville?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Shelbyville is Hendricks Pointe which is listed at $549, while the average apartment in Downtown Shelbyville costs $1,379.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 6 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Shelbyville?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Shelbyville have an average cost of $580 which is $799 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Shelbyville.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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