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Rental Market Trends in Indianapolis, IN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Indianapolis, IN is $1,126/month.

Rent in Indianapolis is 32% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,126/month

Average Rent

700 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.9%

Change / Year

10,230

Available Apartments

Indianapolis rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Indianapolis average $1,003 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Indianapolis average $1,126 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Indianapolis average $1,332 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Indianapolis average $1,543 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,003/month
475 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,126/month
700 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,332/month
991 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,543/month
1,298 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$993/month
729 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,359/month
1,047 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,830/month
1,507 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,274/month
2,100 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,094/month
1,104 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,616/month
1,160 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,822/month
1,627 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$955/month
630 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,360/month
1,147 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,658/month
1,328 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,405/month
1,566 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Indianapolis, IN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $10 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Indianapolis, IN

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Indianapolis, IN
Percentage*
Rent Range
7% Below $700/month
24% $700 - $1,000/month
52% $1,001 - $1,500/month
16% $1,501 - $2,000/month
2% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Indianapolis?

Based on current rent prices, Eastside, Arlington Woods and Bates-Hendricks are the most affordable neighborhoods in Indianapolis.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Eastside
$827/month
693 Sq Ft
Arlington Woods
$879/month
771 Sq Ft
Bates-Hendricks
$897/month
629 Sq Ft
Devington
$903/month
697 Sq Ft
University Heights
$967/month
643 Sq Ft
Crooked Creek
$969/month
745 Sq Ft
Garden City
$971/month
639 Sq Ft
Southdale
$972/month
678 Sq Ft
Snacks Guion Creek
$973/month
663 Sq Ft
Edgewood
$975/month
716 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Indianapolis?

Based on current rent prices, North Meridian, Market East and Chatham Arch are the most expensive neighborhoods in Indianapolis.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Meridian
$1,862/month
730 Sq Ft
Market East
$1,835/month
750 Sq Ft
Chatham Arch
$1,761/month
717 Sq Ft
Fountain Square
$1,716/month
774 Sq Ft
Lockerbie Square
$1,704/month
772 Sq Ft
Circle City
$1,660/month
731 Sq Ft
Old Southside
$1,604/month
731 Sq Ft
The Canal
$1,595/month
788 Sq Ft
Downtown Indianapolis
$1,595/month
733 Sq Ft
Irish Hill
$1,531/month
756 Sq Ft

Which Indianapolis neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Indianapolis with the most apartments available are Downtown Indianapolis, Circle City and North Central .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Indianapolis
$1,595/month
733 Sq Ft
Circle City
$1,660/month
731 Sq Ft
North Central
$1,511/month
804 Sq Ft
Castleton
$1,284/month
761 Sq Ft
Nora Far Northside
$1,530/month
834 Sq Ft
Near Northside
$1,443/month
702 Sq Ft
Market East
$1,835/month
750 Sq Ft
Near Southeast
$1,506/month
724 Sq Ft
Keystone
$1,364/month
783 Sq Ft
North Meridian
$1,862/month
730 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Indianapolis is $1,126, you’ll want to make about $3,753 per month or $45,036 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 Indianapolis, IN is 10.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Indianapolis is 24.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,003 - $1,543. You can expect to pay 0.1% more for groceries, 6.5% less for utilities, and 0.8% less for transportation.

City

Indianapolis, IN

10,230 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Indianapolis, 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

Eastside

Indianapolis, IN

North Meridian

Indianapolis, IN

Studio
$797/month
$1,233/month
One Bedroom
$716/month
$1,329/month
Two Bedroom
$801/month
$1,706/month
Three Bedroom
$893/month
$1,791/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Beech Grove

    Beech Grove

    Avg Rent: $1,012/month

  • Speedway

    Speedway

    Avg Rent: $974/month

Apartment Communities in Indianapolis We Think You'll Love

The Residences on 56th

The Residences on 56th

6800 Brendon Way W Dr,
Indianapolis, IN 46226

1-3 Beds | $1,050 - $1,879

The Coil

The Coil

6349 N College Ave,
Indianapolis, IN 46220

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,495 - $2,895

Woods of West Carmel

Woods of West Carmel

11335 N Michigan Rd,
Zionsville, IN 46077

1-3 Beds | $1,599 - $2,529

Bon Air Residence

Bon Air Residence

21-23 W 16th St,
Indianapolis, IN 46202

1 Bed | $1,750 - $2,250

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Indianapolis?

The average rent in Indianapolis is $1,126 per month, which is 32.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Indianapolis?

The average rent for a house in Indianapolis, IN is $1,830 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Indianapolis?

The average rent for a townhome in Indianapolis, IN is $1,360 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Indianapolis?

The average rent for a condo in Indianapolis, IN is $1,094 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Indianapolis?

Rents in Indianapolis, IN are increasing, with prices up 0.9% year-over-year and $10 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Indianapolis?

In Indianapolis, IN, 52% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Indiana Indianapolis 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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