
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Indianapolis, IN Under $1,200 (157 Rentals)
Rental terms in Indianapolis as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Lake Castleton

Meridian Court South

Spanish Oaks

The Meridian North and South

Gathyr Apartments

Enclave at Eagle Creek Apartments

Chateau in the Woods

Reflections Apartments

Astoria Park Apartment Homes
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Arborwood Apartments

Scandia Apartments

Martinique Terrace

Estates of Creekside Apartments

Riverbend Apartments

Park at Eagle Creek

Wesmont

10 West Apartments

Buffalo Creek Apartments

Artistry Indy

A/62

Edison at Meridian Hills

Meridian Lakes

River West Flats

Ninth Avenue Apartments

Keeneland Crest Apartments

Indy Town Apartments

The Park at Greenhill

The Boardwalk at Westlake Apartments and Townhomes

The Hub at Nora

The Manning Apartment Homes

Alder Woods LLC

The 85Twenty

The Residence at White River Apartments

Spinnaker Court

Lockerbie Lofts

The Lodge at Trails Edge

Lakeshore Reserve Off 86th Apartments and Townhomes

The Villages of Bent Tree Apartments

Wyckford Commons

Avery Point Apartments

Harbour Pointe

Oakbrook Village

Woods at Oak Crossing

The Avenue

The Elliott at College Park Apartment Homes

Williamsburg North

The Life at Creekside Reserve

Timber Point Apartments
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 | $1,253 | $585 | $6,201 |
Indianapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $285 | $3,646 |
Indianapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $700 | $7,871 |
Indianapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $899 | $8,137 |
Indianapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $700 | $5,890 |
Indianapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,016 | $2,350 | $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
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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 $699.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Indianapolis Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Indianapolis is $1,822.
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 $15,070 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 726 sq ft.
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.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis
Written by: Wendy Melton
Indianapolis is not only the state capital of Indiana, it’s also a shining example of what Midwestern living is all about. I’m Wendy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.