
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Spencer, IN from $500 (45 Rentals)
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Park North Apartments

501 N Walnut

Lofton

Woodington Management Properties

KINGSTON RIDGE APARTMENTS

Woodland Springs

Hub Bloomington

326 W Kenwood Dr
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Northcrest

Canadian Apartments

The Annex of Bloomington

Sunflower Place - Full for Rent

Union at Crescent

Basswood Apartments

The Uptown Apartments

The Crossing at Pete Ellis

Summit Pointe
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Meadow Park Apartments | Specials Available

601 N. Walnut St.

Walnut Springs

Forest Ridge

Fountain Park Apartments | Specials Available

Alleyworks

Big Red Apartments

Adams Village | Specials Available

Echo Park
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7 Ten

Hidden Hills at Oakdale

MOONBURN ON MORTON

Woods at Latimer (1 bed/1 bath community)

Westgate on Third

Acadia Court

Cedargate

115 N Washington St

901 N Lindbergh Dr
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College Square Apartments

5 N Fourth St

DunnPark Studios

7731 St Rd

116 E 19th St

4988 W Truesdel Ct

Waters Edge Apartments Bloomington

Beacon Hill

1003 W 11th St
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Spencer, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spencer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Studio Apartments | $1,173 | $549 | $1,659 |
| Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $700 | $2,100 |
| Spencer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $825 | $2,628 |
| Spencer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $835 | $3,300 |
| Spencer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $699 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available Spencer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spencer, IN is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood priced from $549. 3 Square in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spencer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living | Vivo Living - Petite Studio | Studio,1BA | $549 |
| 3 Square | B | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Park North Apartments | Park North - Renovated Studio Apartments - AVAI... | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Woodland Springs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Hub Bloomington | 4x2 Pod | 4BR,2BA | $799 |
| Northcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| College Square Apartments | The Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $852 |
| Basswood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Uptown Apartments | Bennett | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| The Crossing at Pete Ellis | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spencer, IN and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spencer area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedroom with a den Model at Stapleton in the in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Spencer apartment is the Lofton 2A - Sublease / Lease Release Model at Lofton starting at $1,350 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington IN neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Spencer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stapleton | 3 Bedroom with a den | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Lofton | Lofton 2A - Sublease / Lease Release | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Aspen Bloomington | Frisco A 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| The Quarters Bloomington | D2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Big Red Apartments | 2 Bedroom August 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Fountain Park Apartments | Specials Available | The Spruce | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Woodland Springs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Crossing at Pete Ellis | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Summit Pointe | Rivers Edge | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Basswood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Best Local Schools in Spencer, IN
Owen Valley Community High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spencer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Spencer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Spencer is at Vivo Living listed at $549.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment is $775 at Woodland Springs.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Spencer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Spencer is starting from $825 at Woodland Springs.
What is the most affordable Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hub Bloomington and starts from $999.
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