What is the average apartment size in Bloomington?

The average size for a Bloomington, IN apartment is 911 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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Bloomington is $1,694 per month, a 1.73% increase from last years average of $1,665.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, studios rent for $1,219 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,188 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,520 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,100 per month

What is the average apartment size in Bloomington?

The typical apartment in Bloomington offers about 911 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 403 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 658 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 928 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,237 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington include Barclay Gardens ($1,101/month), Timber Ridge ($1,134/month), and Griffy Lake Nature Preserve ($1,283/month), all below the citywide average of $1,694.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bloomington?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Bloomington are Garden Hill ($2,537/month), Indiana University ($3,018/month), and Old Northeast Bloomington ($3,070/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 44% 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: April 02, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Bloomington is $1,694, a 1.73% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,665.

Studio Apartments at $1,219 offer the most budget-friendly option with 403 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 658 square feet for $1,188, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,520 offer 928 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,237 sq ft) for $2,100, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Bloomington, IN

Last updated: April 02, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,694	911 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,219	403 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,188	658 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,520	928 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,100	1,237 sq. ft.

Bloomington, IN rent trends

Rental prices in Bloomington, IN have increased by 1.73% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,665 to $1,694.

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

The largest share of rentals in Bloomington, IN (44%) 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 $1,101/month

Timber Ridge $1,134/month

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve $1,283/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,694/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Bloomington?

Garden Hill $2,537/month

Indiana University $3,018/month

Old Northeast Bloomington $3,070/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	$3,070
Indiana University	$3,018
Garden Hill	$2,537
Downtown Bloomington	$2,376
Ridgemede	$1,780
Olcott Park	$1,668
Grandview Hill	$1,548
Weimer Lake	$1,421
Arlington Valley	$1,396
Park Ridge	$1,393
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve	$1,283
Timber Ridge	$1,134
Barclay Gardens	$1,101

Bloomington | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington Valley is 27% higher than in Barclay Gardens

$1,396

Arlington Valley rent is 18% lower than Bloomington average

Average Rent $1,396

$1,101

Barclay Gardens rent is 35% lower than Bloomington average

Average Rent $1,101

How Bloomington Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Bloomington	$1,694
Indianapolis	$1,252
Evansville	$1,036
Greenwood	$1,363
New Albany	$1,137
Fort Wayne	$1,158
Lafayette	$1,194
South Bend	$1,374
Jeffersonville	$1,245
Hammond	$1,268
Fishers	$1,626
Plainfield, IN	$1,551
Columbus, IN	$1,313
Camby, IN	$1,526
Franklin, IN	$1,442
Seymour, IN	$1,146
Southport, IN	$1,016

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.