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Student Housing in Indianapolis, IN
About Student Housing in Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana is the state capital and its largest city, a spread-out metro of nearly 900,000 that hosts several universities at once. Indiana University Indianapolis sits right downtown, Butler University anchors the north side near the canal, and Marian University holds the west side, so the student presence is woven across the whole city. Downtown centers on Monument Circle and the Canal Walk, with White River State Park, major museums, and pro sports stadiums close by. Neighborhoods like Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, and Mass Ave each carry their own arts and nightlife scenes. The Cultural Trail stitches downtown districts together for walkers and cyclists, and the calendar runs heavy on festivals, game days, and the Indianapolis 500.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Indianapolis
Broad Ripple
On the north side near Butler, feeling like a college town tucked inside the city, vibrant and walkable with a busy nightlife scene.
Downtown and the Mass Ave district
Put you in the heart of the action, walkable to Indiana University Indianapolis, the Cultural Trail, and the canal.
Fountain Square
Just southeast of downtown, leaning artsy and creative with a strong music and local scene.
Getting Around Indianapolis as a Student
Here's what you need to know about getting around Indianapolis.