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Last updated on May 24, 2026
Average rent in
Bloomington, IN
Average rent in
Last updated on May 24, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Bloomington, IN rent slipped 6.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,578/month. Renters today are paying $159 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend from the peak of $1,940/month in September 2025.
Compared to national trends
Bloomington sits 19.1% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a moderately priced market for renters with 643 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Bloomington run around $1,244/month, 1-bedrooms around $995/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,430/month, and 3-bedrooms at $1,950/month. Houses command a median rent of $2,300/month while apartments sit at $1,362/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Maple Heights rents fell 63.2% year over year to $1,375/month across 21 rentals, a much steeper decline than the citywide 6.4% drop. This signals a localized cooldown contrasting with the broader market trend.
Median rent
Median rent in Bloomington
$1,577/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Bloomington is $1,577 per month as of May 2026. This is 19% below the national average rent, or $372 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bloomington
643
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Bloomington rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Bloomington, IN
Average rent prices in Bloomington have decreased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Bloomington, IN
Rent prices in Bloomington vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Bloomington is $1,362, whereas a house costs $2,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington run $995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,244 | 3% |  2% | |
1 bedroom | $995 | No Change | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $1,430 | 4% | 10% | |
3 bedroom | $1,950 | 2% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $4,000 | 3% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Barclay Gardens | $1,800 | |
Broadview | $1,599 | |
Bryan Park | $2,102 | |
Elm Heights | $1,560 | |
Garden Hill | $2,675 | |
Green Acres | $2,325 | |
High Point | $4,995 | |
Maple Heights | $1,375 | |
Old Northeast | $1,950 | |
Prospect Hill | $1,225 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,362 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,745 | 6% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,300 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $725 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,244
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,430
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
10%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
Old Northeast
Average rent
$1,950
Elm Heights
Average rent
$1,560
Green Acres
Average rent
$2,325
Maple Heights
Average rent
$1,375
Garden Hill
Average rent
$2,675
Bryan Park
Average rent
$2,102
High Point
Average rent
$4,995
Barclay Gardens
Average rent
$1,800
Broadview
Average rent
$1,599
Prospect Hill
Average rent
$1,225
Apartments
Average rent
$1,362
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,745
Last 30 days
6%
Houses
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$725
The table above reflects average rent prices in Bloomington, IN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Bloomington, IN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Bloomington and Avon by all bedroom counts and property types.
Bloomington
19%lower than the national median
4%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bloomington, IN is 22% lower than the median rent in Avon, IN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,022
2%$1,260
6%$1,549
15%$2,099
7%$1,775
8%$1,380
$950
9%$1,599
44%$1,230
67%$1,880
3%$875
2%$1,165
Cost of living in Bloomington, IN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% higher |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 5% lower |
| Housing | No difference |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 13% lower |
Discover rentals in Bloomington, IN
5d+ ago
423 S Fess Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401
1 bed
1 bath
$625–$1,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
308 S Madison St #308, Bloomington, IN 47403
5 beds
2 baths
$699
Apartment for rent
3d ago
501 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404
4 beds
3 baths
$699–$2,999
Apartment for rent
2d ago
W Sierra Dr, Bloomington, IN 47403
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
425 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404
3 beds
1 bath
$10,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Old Northeast house for rent in Bloomington
5 beds
4 baths
$8,745
House for rent
5d+ ago
Old Northeast townhouse for rent in Bloomington
5 beds
5.5 baths
$7,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
Old Northeast townhouse for rent in Bloomington
5 beds
5.5 baths
$7,700
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
980 West 17th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404
3 beds
3 baths
$1,300–$1,875
House for rent
Available Nov 5
2d ago
Verified
417 South Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47401
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,200–$1,975
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 4
2d ago
Verified
1136 West 17th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404
3–4 beds
2–3 baths
$1,200–$1,975
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 5
1d ago
Verified
Studio
1 bath
$2,031
$1,978
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
417 South Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47401
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,200–$1,975
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 4
2d ago
Verified
980 West 17th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404
3 beds
3 baths
$1,875
House for rent
Available Aug 13
2d ago
Verified
417 South Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47401
3 beds
2 baths
$1,675
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
2d ago
Verified
1136 West 17th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404
3 beds
3 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 31
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Frequently asked questions for Bloomington, IN
Quick answers to common questions about the Bloomington rental market.
How much is rent in Bloomington?
The average rent in Bloomington is $1,577 per month as of May 23, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bloomington?
Average rent prices in Bloomington have decreased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Bloomington rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Bloomington is 19% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $372 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bloomington?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington are Prospect Hill ($1,225/mo), Maple Heights ($1,375/mo), and Elm Heights ($1,560/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Bloomington?
To comfortably afford rent in Bloomington, you'd need to earn approximately $63,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Bloomington?
Bloomington's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,600 per month. Both bedroom types reflect different year-over-year trends, with one-bedrooms declining 3.5% and two-bedrooms increasing 6.9% from the previous year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).