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Rental Market Trends in Carmel, IN

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Carmel, IN is $1,546/month.

Rent in Carmel is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,546/month

Average Rent

790 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.4%

Change / Year

2,398

Available Apartments

Carmel rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Carmel average $1,561 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Carmel average $1,546 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Carmel average $1,875 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Carmel average $2,390 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,561/month
708 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,546/month
790 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,875/month
1,137 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,390/month
1,480 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,381/month
1,681 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,446/month
3,179 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,974/month
1,408 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,573/month
1,736 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,779/month
2,135 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Carmel, IN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.4%, which averages out to $54 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Carmel, IN

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Carmel, IN
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
13% $1,001 - $1,500/month
66% $1,501 - $2,000/month
21% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Carmel?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Carmel
$1,635/month
787 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Carmel?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Carmel
$1,635/month
787 Sq Ft

Which Carmel neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Carmel with the most apartments available is Downtown Carmel .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Carmel
$1,635/month
787 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Carmel is $1,546, you’ll want to make about $5,153 per month or $61,836 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.

City

Carmel, IN

2,398 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Carmel, 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 Carmel

Carmel, IN

Downtown Carmel

Carmel, IN

Studio
$1,401/month
$1,401/month
One Bedroom
$1,553/month
$1,553/month
Two Bedroom
$1,928/month
$1,928/month
Three Bedroom
$2,321/month
$2,321/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Westfield

    Westfield

  • Fishers

    Fishers

  • Noblesville

    Noblesville

  • Zionsville

    Zionsville

  • McCordsville

    McCordsville

Apartment Communities in Carmel We Think You'll Love

Carmel Center

Carmel Center

675 Beacon St,
Carmel, IN 46032

1-3 Beds | $1,495 - $3,095

L’Etoile Apartments

L’Etoile Apartments

833 W Main St,
Carmel, IN 46032

1-2 Beds | $1,750 - $3,050

Woods of West Carmel

Woods of West Carmel

11335 N Michigan Rd,
Zionsville, IN 46077

1-3 Beds | $1,504 - $2,529

LEO at Carmel -Single Family Rental Homes

LEO at Carmel -Single Family Rental Homes

14565 James Dean Dr,
Carmel, IN 46033

2-4 Beds | $1,999 - $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Carmel?

The average rent in Carmel is $1,546 per month, which is 7.0% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Carmel?

The average rent for a house in Carmel, IN is $2,381 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Carmel?

Rents in Carmel, IN are increasing, with prices up 3.4% year-over-year and $54 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Carmel?

In Carmel, IN, 66% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Indiana Carmel 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 June 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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