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Apartments for Rent in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN
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    456 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
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    2 BEDS $1,759+
    3 BEDS $1,810+
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    188 Indiana Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46077
    1 BED $1,200
    2 BEDS $1,400
    3 BEDS $1,600
  • 320 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • GBLOC Co-Working, Indianapolis, IN 46220
  • 1142 West 35Th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
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  • 4313 East Minnesota Street, Indianapolis, IN 46203
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    3215 N Alton Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46222
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    3+ BEDS $10,000
  • 5756 Cross Creek Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46254
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  • 7938 Island Club Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46214
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    3001 Bavarian Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46235
    STUDIO $554+
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    4412 West 300 North, Greenfield, IN 46140
    1 BED $1,000
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Average rent in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

$1,571/mo Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN average rental price, November 2023
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN is around $1,571.

Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN apartment rent ranges

A share of 1% of apartments in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN have the cheapest rents between $501-$700. Around 32% of rentals are in the most expensive price range of $1,501-$2,000. Around 7% of Downtown Indianapolis’s apartments have monthly rents between $701-$1,000. There are 46% of apartments with rents between $1,001-$1,500.

Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN rent trends

Getting around in Downtown Indianapolis, IN

84 /100
Very Walkable
65 /100
Good Transit
99 /100
Biker's Paradise
Walk Score®: 84, Transit Score®: 65, Bike Score®: 99

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN last updated?

Prices and availability in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN were last updated on 30 Nov 2024.

What are the best apartments in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN?

The best apartments in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN are: RentCafeAPIv2 Property Epsilon, 188 Indiana Drive, 320 N. Meridian St. and GBLOC Co-Working.

What is the average rent in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN?

The average rent in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN is $1,379. Start your search for apartments in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN now.

What type of rental buildings are in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN?

In Downtown Indianapolis, 75% of the residents are renting compared to 25% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 61% of Downtown Indianapolis’s rentals, 34% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 5% are single-family rentals.

Living in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

Otherwise known as "downtown Indy" or "Mile Square," downtown Indianapolis is, by far, the most beautiful and well-maintained part of the city with so much more to do than anywhere else. Recently revitalized, downtown Indianapolis primarily attracts college-educated renters and, as the tourism industry grows, so does the neighborhood's incorporation of new streets and associated businesses. As such, the rentals in downtown Indianapolis offer a high quality of life that is active, but not overwhelming. Generally, the apartments and houses for rent in downtown Indianapolis are safer and more family-friendly than, for example, Far East Side Indianapolis and most surrounding neighborhoods. Plus, new subdivisions are added to meet an increased demand for multifamily houses for rent and apartment rentals. Additionally, downtown Indianapolis renters are served by Riley Hospital, while local schools include Simon Youth Academy and Safe Haven Kindergarten.

Renting in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

There are a wide variety of apartment rentals in downtown Indianapolis. Some rentals are renovated office buildings, while others are newly constructed apartment and townhouse buildings (especially on Massachusetts Avenue). Meanwhile, apartments on the south side of downtown are close to the many shops and restaurants on South Street and Delaware Street, while 360 Market Square apartments on the east side of downtown have a Whole Foods Market on the first floor. Furthermore, all rentals in downtown Indianapolis are guaranteed to be in an area that's highly walkable, and almost everything renters need is just five to 10 minutes away. Notably, renters often take the Indy Cultural Trail, an eight-mile, paved path connecting downtown Indianapolis subdivisions. Or, museums like the NCAA Hall of Champions; live entertainment at venues like Old National Centre and Indianapolis Arts Garden; and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are just some of the nearby attractions when renting in downtown Indianapolis.

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Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN demographics

  • 17,639Total Population
  • 7,501 Female
    10,139 Male
  • 31.8Median Age

In total, Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN has 17,639 residents, 7,501 women and 10,139 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Downtown Indianapolis’s population is 31.8.

Amenities in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

A favorite shopping destination when renting in downtown Indianapolis on West Maryland Street is the four-story Circle Centre Mall, which has a nine-screen movie theater. Apartment rentals are also near CVS; Walgreens; department stores like Anchor, Rink's Women's Apparel Store and T.J.Maxx; and boutiques like Collector's Den, Queen Bee Vintage, The Stamp Shop and Vintage Vogue by GW. Or, for large grocery stores, downtown Indianapolis renters have Kroger and Whole Foods. Other grocery stores are Needler's Fresh Market, Loaf + Vine Market, Skymart One, City Dogs Grocery and Market Street Produce. Otherwise, for the best restaurants in downtown Indianapolis, renters go to Harry and Izzy's; Clancy's; The Eagle; Liberty Street; Ralph's Great Divide; and Italian cuisine at Mimi Blue; X Chatterbox; Ball & Biscuit; and Hard Truth Hills.

Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN households

  • 1,876 Family
    7,173 Non-family
  • 497 Children
    8,552 No Children
  • 9,049Total Number of Households
  • 1.69Average People Per Household
  • $59,578Median Household Income

There is a total of 9,049 households in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN. Of these, 497 have children and 8,552 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 1,876 family households and 7,173 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Downtown Indianapolis is 1.69 people, on average. The median household annual income in Downtown Indianapolis equals $59,578, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,221.

Transportation in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

The apartments and houses for rent in downtown Indianapolis are next to interstates 65 and 70, which provide easy access throughout the Midwest. However, owning a car is not necessary when renting in Downtown Indianapolis. Alternatively, public transportation from IndyGo provides renters with 31 bus routes across Marion County. Namely, Bus Route 8 takes renters from downtown Indianapolis to Indianapolis Airport via I-70. The Red Line takes renters from Broad Ripple (six miles north of downtown Indianapolis) to the University of Indianapolis and also stops at Broad Ripple Farmers Market, Indiana State Fairgrounds, the Children's Museum of Indianapolis and Harrison Center for the Arts. Or, the Pacers Bike Share program has multiple bike stations to rent and return a bike throughout downtown Indianapolis. Finally, Uber and Lyft are the main ridesharing apps when renting in downtown Indianapolis.

Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN have no high school education, 27% went to high-school, and 10% have partially completed college. Moreover, 4% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 34% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 23% hold a Graduate Degree.

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