Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel, IN from $400 (66 Rentals)
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The Lodge at Trails Edge

Ashton Brook

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Carmel, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Carmel Studio Apartments | $1,343 | $800 | $5,493 |
Cheap Carmel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $415 | $3,194 |
Cheap Carmel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,008 | $5,000 |
Cheap Carmel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $1,159 | $8,454 |
Cheap Carmel 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,530 | $1,745 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carmel, IN
Pricing Updated: 05/05/2025Current apartment rentals in the Carmel, 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 Carmel Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Carmel | $2,860 | $1,139 | 258 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, IN is a Studio unit found at The Hub at Nora in the Nora neighborhood priced from $800. Turtle Creek in the Spring Arbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $817. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Hub at Nora | Studio - 441 Sq Ft | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Turtle Creek | Studio 3rd | Studio,1BA | $817 |
Reflections Apartments | Expressions | Studio,1BA | $849 |
River Road Apartments | Hideaway | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
The Towers at Crooked Creek Senior Housing | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $912 |
Riverbend Apartments | Athens | 1BR,1BA | $972 |
Grove on 79th | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $996 |
Scandia Apartments | Tivoli | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Woodbridge Castleton | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
College Courts | 1 Bed/1 Bath Up (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, IN
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel area is the $1.32 price per square foot Two Bedroom with Bonus Room (7176B2) Model at Pinnacle on Meridian in the in the Nora neighborhood starting from $2,899. The second greatest value Carmel apartment is the Three Bedroom TH Model at Woodland Springs Apartment Homes starting at $1,810 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Spring Mill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pinnacle on Meridian | Two Bedroom with Bonus Room (7176B2) | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Woodland Springs Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom TH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.01 |
Flats at Switch | Monon | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
North Willow | 2 Bed/2 Bath-Dn | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
Lakeshore Reserve Off 86th Apartments and Townhomes | Three Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
Ivy Knoll Apartments | 2Bd/2Ba Up W/D | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
The Elliott at College Park Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
Grove on Harcourt | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
Scandia Apartments | Tivoli | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
The Retreat Northwest | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 753 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Getting Around Carmel, IN
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carmel?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carmel is at The Hub at Nora listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Apartment is $860 at River Road Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel is starting from $1,072 at Turtle Creek.
What is the most affordable Carmel Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carmel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Eclipse and starts from $1,344.
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