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LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS

Reflections I

Courtyard Village Apartments

Bay Terrace Apartments

Grand Avenue Commons

Academy Place Apartments

Longfellow Plaza Affordable Senior Community
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Cedar Ridge Townhomes

Hoosier Woods

Jamestown Village

Madison Lakes

Applecreek
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Stonecrest Apartments

STONE RUN VILLAS

SPICELAND VILLAS

Knightstown Villas

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Four Winds Apartments

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Gateway Crossing Apartments

Washington Village Apartments

2417 Pearl St

Harter House

113 W 5th St

420 W 25th St

Crestwood MHC

1518 Pearl St
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3411 Burton Pl

906 W South St

1807 E 18th St
Shirley, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shirley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Studio Apartments | $591 | $482 | $790 |
| Shirley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $250 | $2,743 |
| Shirley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $780 | $3,242 |
| Shirley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $1,008 | $3,595 |
| Shirley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $1,194 | $1,460 |
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Cheapest Available Shirley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirley, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at The Towers at Southdale Affordable Senior in the Anderson neighborhood priced from $250. LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shirley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Towers at Southdale Affordable Senior | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $250 |
| LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $645 |
| Grand Avenue Commons | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Longfellow Plaza Affordable Senior Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| 6301 W Kilgore Ave | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 1212 Meridian Flats | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cedar Ridge Townhomes | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Jamestown Village | A1 Ulysses Grant | 1BR,1BA | $891 |
| Harter House | Sofia | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Madison Lakes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirley, IN and Nearby
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirley area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Bed/ 1.5 Bath TH Model at Greenfield Knoll Apartments in the starting from $1,360. The second greatest value Shirley apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Knightstown Villas starting at $1,175 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Henry County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shirley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield Knoll Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1.5 Bath TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Knightstown Villas | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Greenfield Village | B2 Winston | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 1212 Meridian Flats | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Hoosier Woods | 2X2 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| LINCOLN PARK APARTMENTS | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.81 |
| Madison Lakes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Grand Avenue Commons | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 6301 W Kilgore Ave | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The Towers at Southdale Affordable Senior | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment is $250 at The Towers at Southdale Affordable Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shirley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shirley is starting from $829 at Grand Avenue Commons.
What is the most affordable Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hoosier Woods and starts from $1,109.
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