
Top Rated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Indianapolis, IN (103 Rentals)
Apartments in Indianapolis with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.
Rental terms in Indianapolis as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Lake Clearwater Apartments

Gathyr Apartments

Ardmore Apartments

Southern Dunes

Redwood Indianapolis

Hinge Apartments

Meridian Lakes

CityWay

Slate Apartments
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Bayview Club Apartments

Circa Apartments

The Lakes Apartments

Park at Eagle Creek

Castle Creek Apartments

Buffalo Creek Apartments

Chateau in the Woods

Arborwood Apartments

Artistry Indy

Keeneland Crest Apartments
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82 Flats At The Crossing

The Residence at White River Apartments

Quarry at River North

Nine+Eighteen

360 Market Square

Lockerbie Lofts

Deercross Apartments

The Avenue

Murphy's Landing

Union Square

Pinnacle on Meridian

Riverchase Apartments

AYR Apartments

Notch at Nora

Riverview

The E'Laan

Park 66 Flats

Forte Apartments

THE GRANDE RESERVE AT GEIST

Canal Overlook Apartments

Lakeshore Apartments

Mozzo apartments

Maxwell Apartments

LINDEN SQUARE

The Continental Towers at Vermont Place

Center Point Apartments

946 MLK

Alpine Studios
Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indianapolis?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Indianapolis Studio Apartments | $1,251 | $585 | $6,201 |
Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $280 | $4,072 |
Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $700 | $9,992 |
Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $836 | $6,168 |
Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,059 | $700 | $5,080 |
Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,471 | $2,249 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Indianapolis, IN
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Indianapolis Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Indianapolis?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Indianapolis is at Meridian Towers listed at $629.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Indianapolis Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Indianapolis is $1,811.
What is the largest Short-term Indianapolis Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Indianapolis is a 2,894 square feet unit starting from $15,650 at 1409 Linden St.
What is the average size for Indianapolis Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Indianapolis is currently at 731 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Wendy Melton
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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.