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Bloomington Apartments

Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, IN

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Average rent in Bloomington, Indiana

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Bloomington is $1,163, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,412. Rent rates updated 8 days ago
Studio
$909
1 Bed
$1,163
2 Beds
$1,412
3+ Beds
$1,972
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

Top neighborhoods in Bloomington

Old Northeast
Old Northeast
What it’s like to live in Old Northeast
Academic vibes pulse through this Indiana University-adjacent district along Kirkwood Avenue's indie bookstores. Renters enjoy converted Victorian boarding houses but note persistent undergrad parties during Little 500 bike race weekends.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Elm Heights
Elm Heights
What it’s like to live in Elm Heights
Professors and grad students cluster in Victorian homes near IU's Sample Gates. Strict historic preservation rules prohibit solar panels but enable free Ivy Tech Waldron lecture access. Parking permits ($300/year) required despite bike-friendly lanes.
Great for
Affluent Families
Luxury Renters
Professionals
Retirees
Neighborhood vibe
Scenic
Established
Residential
Downtown Bloomington
Downtown Bloomington
What it’s like to live in Downtown Bloomington
University energy defines Downtown Bloomington, where Indiana University's influence creates vibrant street life rare in similarly-sized Midwestern cities. The walkable district surrounds the historic courthouse square with its independent businesses, while Kirkwood Avenue provides exceptional dining options from international cuisine to farm-to-table restaurants. Though student population creates competitive rental markets requiring advance planning, the combination of genuine walkability, cultural amenities including performing arts venues, and authentic architectural character creates compelling value despite seasonal variations affecting neighborhood energy during university breaks. The area's flat topography makes bicycle transportation practical throughout most months, while the compact downtown design eliminates vehicle requirements for most daily needs – advantages increasingly valued as transportation costs continue affecting overall housing affordability calculations.
Great for
Young Professionals
Tech Workers
Nightlife Enthusiasts
Commuters
Investors
Neighborhood vibe
Urban
Bustling
Walkable

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Find an apartment for rent in Bloomington, IN

Searching for an apartment for rent in Bloomington, IN? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 313 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Bloomington. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Bloomington is $909 for a studio, $1,163 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,412 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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Bloomington Rent Report: July 2025

Welcome to the Apartment List July 2025 Rent Report for Bloomington, IN. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,278, roughly the same as last month. Prices are now down 0.4% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Bloomington rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the nation as a whole.

Bloomington Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Here’s how Bloomington ranks on:
B+
Overall satisfaction
B+
Safety and crime rate
A-
Jobs and career opportunities
A+
Recreational activities
B+
Affordability
A
Quality of schools
A+
Social Life
D
Weather
A+
Commute time
A-
State and local taxes
A+
Public transit
A+
Pet-friendliness

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Bloomington’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.

"Bloomington renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories above average scores."

Key Findings in Bloomington include the following:

  • Bloomington renters gave their city a B+ overall.

  • The highest-rated categories for Bloomington were commute time, public transit, social life, recreational activities and pet-friendliness, which all received grades of A+.

  • The only area of concern to Bloomington renters is weather, which received a D score.

  • Bloomington did relatively well compared to cities nationwide, including Indianapolis (C+), Portland (B) and Philadelphia (C+).

  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

    For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

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Living in Bloomington, IN

Aloha and welcome to the virtual nerve center for your Bloomington, Indiana apartment-finding scavenger hunt! Situated on the scenic, rolling hills of southern Indiana, B-Town is one of the American Heartland’s most eclectic and energetic communities. Looking to score a primo pad in Bloomington? Then stick with us, ladies and gents, because the perfect apartment for you is just a few clicks away…

Unlike much of the great state of Indiana, which is flat, rural, and just a tad sleepy, Bloomington is defined by rolling hills, an assortment of cultural offerings and a vibrant nightlife scene

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Sources:
  • School data: GreatSchools
  • Crime data: CrimeIndex (U.S.) provided by Precisely used data sourced from Precisely, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and various law enforcement agencies. These organizations do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data used in this product.