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 Oct / 2025, the average rent in Downtown Bloomington is $2,088 per month, a 15.11% decrease from last year’s average of $2,460.

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

In Downtown Bloomington, studios rent for $1,201 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,349 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,084 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,858 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 $2,501 to $3,000 per month, with 34% 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: November 20, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Bloomington is $2,088, a 15.11% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,460.

Studio Apartments at $1,201 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 $1,349, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,084 offer 889 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,167 sq ft) for $2,858, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN

Last updated: November 20, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,088	933 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,201	457 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,349	583 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,084	889 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,858	1,167 sq. ft.

Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN have decreased by 15.11% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,460 to $2,088.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IN (34%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 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.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Bloomington?

Barclay Gardens $1,116/month

Timber Ridge $1,120/month

Park Ridge $1,178/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,595/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Bloomington?

Ridgemede $1,757/month

Garden Hill $2,502/month

Indiana University $2,832/month

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

Average Rent in Bloomington, IN By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Indiana University	$2,832
Garden Hill	$2,502
Ridgemede	$1,757
Olcott Park	$1,615
Grandview Hill	$1,452
Weimer Lake	$1,404
Arlington Valley	$1,311
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve	$1,239
Park Ridge	$1,178
Timber Ridge	$1,120
Barclay Gardens	$1,116

Bloomington | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington Valley is 17% higher than in Barclay Gardens

$1,311

Arlington Valley rent is 37% lower than Bloomington average

Average Rent $1,311

$1,116

Barclay Gardens rent is 47% lower than Bloomington average

Average Rent $1,116

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.