
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Butler-Tarkington Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $300 (30 Rentals)
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Butler-Tarkington, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Butler-Tarkington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Butler-Tarkington Studio Apartments | $1,289 | $699 | $2,860 |
Butler-Tarkington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $700 | $2,295 |
Butler-Tarkington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $875 | $3,695 |
Butler-Tarkington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,016 | $4,040 |
Butler-Tarkington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,247 | $2,734 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Butler-Tarkington Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Butler-Tarkington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Butler-Tarkington area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Meridian Towers priced from $699. Carrollton Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Butler-Tarkington apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Meridian Towers | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Carrollton Manor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Highland Pointe | Pinecone Lux | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Broad Ripple Trails | Commons 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
The Pines at SoBro | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Abney Lake | 2 Bedroom Garden Fireplace | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
CityView on Meridian | 1 Bedroom1Bathroom 840 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Aura Apartments | AUA2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
Park Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Butler-Tarkington, IN
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Butler-Tarkington area is the $1.07 price per square foot Orchid Model at Everly at Meridian Hills in the in the Faith Knoll neighborhood starting from $1,779. The second greatest value Butler-Tarkington apartment is the AUB3RENO Model at Aura Apartments starting at $1,399 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Cheswick Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Butler-Tarkington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Everly at Meridian Hills | Orchid | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
Aura Apartments | AUB3RENO | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Edison at Meridian Hills | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
The Residence at White River Apartments | HARRISON - B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Broad Ripple Trails | 1 Bed Village Rehab | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Park Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
The Pines at SoBro | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Highland Pointe | Pinecone Lux | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Carrollton Manor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
5322 Carrollton Ave, Unit 5322 Carrollton Avenue | 5322 Carrollton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleButler-Tarkington, Indianapolis, IN
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Among neighborhoods in Indianapolis, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Butler-Tarkington, Indianapolis, IN
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Butler-Tarkington Neighborhood in Indianapolis, IN
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Butler-Tarkington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Butler-Tarkington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Butler-Tarkington is at Meridian Towers listed at $699.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Butler-Tarkington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Butler-Tarkington Apartment is $789 at Meridian Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Butler-Tarkington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Butler-Tarkington is starting from $1,040 at The Pines at SoBro.
What is the most affordable Butler-Tarkington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Butler-Tarkington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Pines at SoBro and starts from $1,016.
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