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Rental Market Trends in Bloomington, IN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Bloomington, IN is $1,099/month.

Rent in Bloomington is 34% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,099/month

Average Rent

655 Sq Ft

Average Size

-2.3%

Change / Year

1,360

Available Apartments

Bloomington rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Bloomington average $993 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Bloomington average $1,099 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Bloomington average $1,301 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Bloomington average $1,676 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$993/month
394 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,099/month
655 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,301/month
949 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,676/month
1,307 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,219/month
327 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,752/month
627 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,378/month
1,310 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,887/month
1,392 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,359/month
514 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,815/month
1,401 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,541/month
1,055 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,052/month
1,328 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,838/month
2,129 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Bloomington, IN?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.3%, which averages out to $24 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Bloomington, IN

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bloomington, IN
Percentage*
Rent Range
7% Below $700/month
26% $700 - $1,000/month
39% $1,001 - $1,500/month
14% $1,501 - $2,000/month
14% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Bloomington IN is the most affordable neighborhood in Bloomington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bloomington IN
$1,221/month
667 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bloomington?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Bloomington IN is the most expensive neighborhood in Bloomington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bloomington IN
$1,221/month
667 Sq Ft

Which Bloomington neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Bloomington with the most apartments available is Downtown Bloomington IN .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bloomington IN
$1,221/month
667 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bloomington, IN?

Because the average rent in Bloomington is $1,099, you’ll want to make about $3,663 per month or $43,956 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Bloomington, IN is 0.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Bloomington is 0.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $993 - $1,676. You can expect to pay 1.4% more for groceries, 7.4% less for utilities, and 2.3% more for transportation.

City

Bloomington, IN

1,360 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Bloomington, IN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Bloomington, IN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Downtown Bloomington IN

Bloomington, IN

Downtown Bloomington IN

Bloomington, IN

Studio
$986/month
$986/month
One Bedroom
$1,072/month
$1,072/month
Two Bedroom
$1,390/month
$1,390/month
Three Bedroom
$2,000/month
$2,000/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Ellettsville

    Ellettsville

    Avg Rent: $551/month

  • Gosport

    Gosport

    Avg Rent: $735/month

  • Martinsville

    Martinsville

    Avg Rent: $806/month

Apartment Communities in Bloomington We Think You'll Love

The Fields

The Fields

1333-1335 Fenbrook Ln,
Bloomington, IN 47401

1-4 Beds | $1,365 - $1,660

3 Square

3 Square

916 N College Ave,
Bloomington, IN 47404

Studio | $750 - $950

Union at Crescent

Union at Crescent

1100 N Crescent Rd,
Bloomington, IN 47404

1-3 Beds | $866 - $1,250

The Rive Bloomington

The Rive Bloomington

1820 N Walnut St,
Bloomington, IN 47404

Studio - 4 Beds | $1,199 - $1,659

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Bloomington?

The average rent in Bloomington is $1,099 per month, which is 34.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Bloomington?

The average rent for a house in Bloomington, IN is $2,378 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Bloomington?

The average rent for a townhome in Bloomington, IN is $1,541 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Bloomington?

Rents in Bloomington, IN are decreasing, with prices down 2.3% year-over-year and $24 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, IN, 39% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Indiana Bloomington Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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