What is the average apartment size in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN?

The average size for a Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN apartment is 933 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 Downtown Bloomington?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Bloomington is $2,132 per month, a 11.9% decrease from last years average of $2,420.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Bloomington?

In Downtown Bloomington, studios rent for $1,200 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,339 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,197 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,925 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Bloomington?

The typical apartment in Downtown Bloomington offers about 933 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Bloomington?

Studio apartments in Downtown Bloomington average 457 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 583 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 889 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,167 sq. ft.

Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Downtown Bloomington ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 29% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Bloomington?

In Downtown Bloomington, 48% of households rent while 55% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 24, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Bloomington is $2,132, a 11.9% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,420.

Studio Apartments at $1,200 offer the most budget-friendly option with 457 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 583 square feet for $1,339, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,197 offer 889 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,167 sq ft) for $2,925, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN

Last updated: February 24, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,132	933 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,200	457 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,339	583 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,197	889 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,925	1,167 sq. ft.

Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN have decreased by 11.9% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,420 to $2,132.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN (29%) 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 Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN?

20 or 48% of the households in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN are renter-occupied while 23 or 55% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown Bloomington is 63% higher than in Arlington Valley

$2,132

Downtown Bloomington rent is the same as Bloomington average

Average Rent $2,132

$1,311

Arlington Valley rent is 39% lower than Bloomington average

Average Rent $1,311

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 Downtown 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.