
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Canal Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $600 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Canal area of Indianapolis.


Dunbar Court

The Stella

Madison Lofts

Senate Manor

Lockefield Gardens

Gathyr Apartments

The Riverside Apartment Homes

522 Fletcher Ave
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The Assumption on Blaine

Wesley Place

Axis

Edge 35

Riley Towers

River West Flats

Artistry Indy

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Wesmont

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9 On Canal

Lockerbie Lofts

632MLK

CityWay

Union Square

Canal Square
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Gardens of Canal Court

Rise on Meridian

Penn Street Tower Apartments

The Leo

Circa Apartments

The Grounds

The Assembly

Industry Indianapolis

Canal Overlook Apartments
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946 MLK

Cosmopolitan on the Canal

Pulliam Square

Nine+Eighteen

Slate Apartments

360 Market Square

The Block
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The Canal, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Canal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canal Studio Apartments | $1,330 | $650 | $2,708 |
| The Canal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $649 | $4,395 |
| The Canal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $900 | $5,706 |
| The Canal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $1,800 | $4,400 |
| The Canal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,026 | $600 | $4,761 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Canal Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available The Canal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Canal area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Volrath priced from $649. Senate Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable The Canal apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volrath | **Free Month of Rent ** 128 E Palmer St - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
| Senate Manor | S.1 C | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| Lockefield Gardens | Standard One Bedroom (SR3) | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
| The Riverside Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Gathyr Apartments | Bell | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 522 Fletcher Ave | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Assumption on Blaine | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Lockerbie Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Wesley Place | Peck | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Madison Lofts | The Loft 1x1-L | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Canal, IN
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Canal area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Block in the in the Riley neighborhood starting from $2,459. The second greatest value The Canal apartment is the B1 Model at 946 MLK starting at $1,800 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Near North Indianapolis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Canal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Block | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 946 MLK | B1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| The Assumption on Blaine | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Townhomes at Fall Creek Place | F | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Gardens of Canal Court | One Bedroom One Bath (992 Square Feet) | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Riverside Apartment Homes | 2x1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 522 Fletcher Ave | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Lockerbie Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.62 |
| Vivio on Tenth | Per Bedroom - 2x2 B5 728sf | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Volrath | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Canal, Indianapolis, IN
Ranked #12
Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the The Canal Neighborhood in Indianapolis, IN
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Cheap The Canal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in The Canal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in The Canal is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Canal?
The cheapest apartment in The Canal is Volrath which is listed at $649, while the average apartment in The Canal costs $2,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Canal?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 109 regular apartments in The Canal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in The Canal?
Cheap apartments in The Canal have an average cost of $370 which is $2,190 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in The Canal.
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