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Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Indianapolis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Indianapolis area of Indianapolis, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Union at 16th priced from $820. The Seminole has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $833. Here are the most affordable Downtown Indianapolis apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union at 16th2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$820
The Seminole1br1BR,1BA$833
El Dorado1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$859
The Sheldrake Apartments1 Bedroom With Den1BR,1BA$875
Priscilla on PennsylvaniaStudioStudio,1BA$875
Circle City ApartmentsWinterhouse Studio 389Studio,1BA$910
Christian Place Apartments251BR,1BA$950
Line LoftsThe Inspiration 60% HOME2BR,1BA$962
Van DykeVan Dyke Studio 463Studio,1BA$970
Lockefield GardensStandard One Bedroom (SR3)1BR,1BA$991

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Indianapolis, IN

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Indianapolis area is the $1.08 price per square foot loft Model at Shoemaker Building in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Indianapolis apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at The Block starting at $1,539 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Riley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Indianapolis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shoemaker Buildingloft2BR,2BA$1.08
The Block1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.06
Gardens of Canal CourtTwo Bedroom Two Bath (1,184 - 1,194 Square Feet)2BR,2BA$1.29
Plaza at Central GreensThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.29
Union at 16th3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.34
707 NorthThe Lockerbie 60%2BR,2BA$1.41
Proctor Place2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.17
RaleighRaleigh 1BTH 8861BR,2BA$1.42
The Sheldrake Apartments1 Bedroom With Den1BR,1BA$1.17
The Seminole1br1BR,1BA$1.13

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Indiana and customized analysis for Central Indianapolis. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Indianapolis Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Indianapolis?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Indianapolis is at Priscilla on Pennsylvania listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Indianapolis Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Indianapolis Apartment is $684 at Union at 16th.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Indianapolis Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Indianapolis is starting from $820 at Union at 16th.

What is the most affordable Downtown Indianapolis Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Indianapolis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at El Dorado and starts from $1,200.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis

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