Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 18, 2026
Average rent in
Indianapolis, IN
Average rent in
Last updated on September 18, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Indianapolis, IN rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,375/month. Month-to-month rent is unchanged, and renters are paying roughly the same as last year on average across 1,683 total rentals.
Compared to national trends
Indianapolis sits 27.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $926/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,010/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,299/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,620/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,998/month. This range reflects the variety of unit sizes available in Indianapolis, IN.
Neighborhood spotlight
The Devon neighborhood saw a YoY rent increase of 133.2%, contrasting with the citywide trend of essentially flat rents. This sharp rise shows localized demand shifts within Indianapolis, IN.
Median rent
Median rent in Indianapolis
$1,375/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Indianapolis is $1,375 per month as of September 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $525 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Indianapolis
1,683
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Indianapolis rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Indianapolis, IN
Average rent prices in Indianapolis have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 1% 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
Indianapolis, IN
Rent prices in Indianapolis vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Indianapolis is $1,229, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Indianapolis run $1,089 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,299.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $926 |  2% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,010 | 2% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,299 | 1% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,620 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,997 | 1% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Indianapolis | $1,824 | |
Irvington | $969 | |
Mapleton Fall Creek | $1,015 | |
Martindale Brightwood | $1,250 | |
Near Eastside | $1,200 | |
Near Northside | $1,467 | |
Near Northwest Riverside | $1,195 | |
Near Southeast | $1,200 | |
Near Westside | $1,229 | |
St Vincent Greenbriar | $1,269 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,229 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,350 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,600 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $458 | 7% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$926
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,010
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,299
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,620
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,997
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
Downtown Indianapolis
Average rent
$1,824
Near Eastside
Average rent
$1,200
Near Northwest Riverside
Average rent
$1,195
Near Northside
Average rent
$1,467
Near Southeast
Average rent
$1,200
Near Westside
Average rent
$1,229
Martindale Brightwood
Average rent
$1,250
St Vincent Greenbriar
Average rent
$1,269
Mapleton Fall Creek
Average rent
$1,015
Irvington
Average rent
$969
Apartments
Average rent
$1,229
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$458
Last 30 days
7%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, IN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Indianapolis and Avon by all bedroom counts and property types.
Indianapolis
28%lower than the national median
9%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Indianapolis, IN is 34% lower than the median rent in Avon, IN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,075
3%$1,860
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17%$1,800
3%$2,103
6%$2,100
8%$1,695
$1,495
18%$1,697
2%$900
21%$1,157
8%$1,845
9%Cost of living in Indianapolis, 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 | 5% lower |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 15% lower |
| Housing | 25% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Indianapolis, IN
4d ago
1748 N Bancroft St, Indianapolis, IN 46218
1 bed
1 bath
$332–$379
Apartment for rent
4d ago
5218 Staughton Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46226
1 bed
1 bath
$398–$419
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Near Eastside condo for rent in Indianapolis
15 N Riley Ave #4, Indianapolis, IN 46201
2 beds
1 bath
$645
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Near Southside house for rent in Indianapolis
1413 Kennington St #NA, Indianapolis, IN 46225
2 beds
1 bath
$650
House for rent
Available Sep 4
7h ago
Verified
5 beds
6 baths
$16,772
$16,355
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
50 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
1–5 beds
1–4 baths
$1,629–$8,684
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$8,212
$7,684
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$8,492
$6,632
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3132 Dr Andrew J Brown Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,115–$2,120
Price drop
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
1854 Century Way, Indianapolis, IN 46260
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,079–$1,450
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
6810 Valley Ridge Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46237
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,051–$5,112
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4725 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
6810 Valley Ridge Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46237
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,051–$5,112
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4725 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
10247 Caprock Canyon Dr #NA, Indianapolis, IN 46229
5 beds
3 baths
$3,400
House for rent
Available Sep 21
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,430
$1,820
Price drop
House for rent
Available Oct 5
2d ago
Verified
3132 Dr Andrew J Brown Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,115–$2,120
Price drop
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
1854 Century Way, Indianapolis, IN 46260
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,079–$1,450
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
6810 Valley Ridge Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46237
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,051–$5,112
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4725 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Indianapolis, IN
Quick answers to common questions about the Indianapolis rental market.
How much is rent in Indianapolis?
The average rent in Indianapolis is $1,375 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Indianapolis?
Average rent prices in Indianapolis have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
How does Indianapolis rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Indianapolis is 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $525 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Indianapolis?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Indianapolis are Irvington ($969/mo), Mapleton Fall Creek ($1,015/mo), and Near Northwest Riverside ($1,195/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Indianapolis?
To comfortably afford rent in Indianapolis, you'd need to earn approximately $55,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Indianapolis?
January offers the best rental deals in Indianapolis, with rents running about 3.3% lower than peak summer months. July sees the highest rents, so timing your search for winter can save money.
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).