What is the average apartment size in Bloomington?

The average size for a Bloomington, IN apartment is 909 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Bloomington?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Bloomington is $1,631 per month, a 0.06% decrease from last years average of $1,632.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, studios rent for $1,184 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,164 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,482 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,053 per month

What is the average apartment size in Bloomington?

The typical apartment in Bloomington offers about 909 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Bloomington?

Studio apartments in Bloomington average 401 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 662 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 927 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,243 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington include Barclay Gardens ($1,110/month), Timber Ridge ($1,125/month), and Thompson Park ($1,137/month), all below the citywide average of $1,631.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bloomington?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Bloomington are Garden Hill ($2,525/month), Indiana University ($2,890/month), and Old Northeast Bloomington ($3,068/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Bloomington, IN Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Bloomington?

The typical rent budget in Bloomington ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 43% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, 65% of households rent while 35% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 20, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Bloomington is $1,631, a 0.06% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,632.

Studio Apartments at $1,184 offer the most budget-friendly option with 401 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 662 square feet for $1,164, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,482 offer 927 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,243 sq ft) for $2,053, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Bloomington, IN

Last updated: February 20, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,631	909 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,184	401 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,164	662 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,482	927 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,053	1,243 sq. ft.

Bloomington, IN rent trends

Rental prices in Bloomington, IN have decreased by 0.06% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,632 to $1,631.

What's the typical rent budget in Bloomington, IN?

The largest share of rentals in Bloomington, IN (43%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Bloomington, IN?

21,651 or 65% of the households in Bloomington, IN are renter-occupied while 11,721 or 35% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington?

Barclay Gardens $1,110/month

Timber Ridge $1,125/month

Thompson Park $1,137/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,631/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Bloomington?

Garden Hill $2,525/month

Indiana University $2,890/month

Old Northeast Bloomington $3,068/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Bloomington, IN By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Old Northeast Bloomington	$3,068
Indiana University	$2,890
Garden Hill	$2,525
Downtown Bloomington	$2,132
Prospect Hill	$2,071
Elm Heights	$1,885
Ridgemede	$1,758
Olcott Park	$1,637
Grandview Hill	$1,452
Weimer Lake	$1,412
Arlington Valley	$1,311
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve	$1,251
Park Ridge	$1,187
Sunny Slopes	$1,166
Thompson Park	$1,137
Timber Ridge	$1,125
Barclay Gardens	$1,110

Bloomington | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington Valley is 18% higher than in Barclay Gardens

$1,311

Arlington Valley rent is 20% lower than Bloomington average

Average Rent $1,311

$1,110

Barclay Gardens rent is 32% lower than Bloomington average

Average Rent $1,110

How Bloomington Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Bloomington	$1,631
Indianapolis	$1,252
Jeffersonville	$1,240
Greenwood	$1,369
New Albany	$1,121
Noblesville	$1,545
Carmel	$1,658
Fishers	$1,646
Fort Wayne	$1,143
Lafayette	$1,198
Evansville	$1,024
Camby	$1,501
Plainfield	$1,558
Franklin, IN	$1,381
Columbus, IN	$1,290
Mooresville, IN	$1,100
Martinsville, IN	$1,021
Southport, IN	$1,074

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Bloomington apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.