Student Housing in Indianapolis, IN
$755+/unit
Fees may applyBavarian Village Apartments
$999+/unit
Fees may applyCityView on Meridian
$1,290+/unit
Fees may applyCityWay Apartments
$1,489+/unit
Fees may applyEverly at Meridian Hills
$919+/unit
Fees may applyRiver West Flats
$849+/unit
Fees may applyThe Hub at Nora
$1,257+/unit
Fees may applyThe MK
$1,070+/unit
Fees may applyThe Residence at White River Apartments
$2,250/unit
Fees may applyThe Ripple
$1,353+/unit
Fees may applyThe Whit Apartments
$1,650/unit
Fees may apply4610 Rookwood Ave
$1,650/unit
Fees may apply4612 Rookwood Ave
$1,064+/unit
Fees may applyAbney Lake
$1,304+/unit
Fees may applyAYR Apartments
$1,005+/unit
Fees may applyMaryden on Central Renaissance LLC
$629+/unit
Fees may applyMeridian Towers
$1,308+/unit
Fees may applyNine+Eighteen
$775+/unit
Fees may applyOne Somerset Apartments
$800+/unit
Fees may applySt. Agnes Apartments
$1,129+/unit
Fees may applyStadium Lofts
$1,375/unit
Fees may applyThe Bronx on Central - Luxury Living in Old World Setting
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.
Public Transit
IndyGo runs the local bus network, and its Red Line bus rapid transit is the standout, carrying riders from Broad Ripple through downtown to the University of Indianapolis with a bus arriving every fifteen minutes for most of the day. Students based downtown near Indiana University Indianapolis or along the Red Line can lean on transit and walking. The Red Line makes crossing the central corridor easy. Coverage thins toward the spread-out north and west sides.
Walking and Biking
Downtown itself is walkable, with Monument Circle, the Canal Walk, and the Cultural Trail linking districts for pedestrians and cyclists. The Cultural Trail makes biking between downtown neighborhoods genuinely pleasant. Within central districts, walking handles most trips. For the spread-out north and west sides, students pair walking with transit or a car.
Parking
This is a sprawling metro, so if you live near Butler or Marian on the north or west side, a car makes crossing town easier. Downtown parking can be limited and paid, especially near events. Students in the outer neighborhoods usually find easier parking. Those based downtown or along the Red Line can lean on transit instead.
Frequently Asked Questions: Student Housing in Indianapolis
Common questions from students searching for housing.
It varies a lot by neighborhood. Near Indiana University Indianapolis downtown you'll often see units around $1,100 to $1,400 a month, while trendier areas like Broad Ripple can climb toward $1,400 to $1,700 for a two-bedroom. Quieter spots like University Heights run lower. Splitting with roommates is the usual way students keep it manageable.
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