{"id":86393,"date":"2025-04-24T14:12:44","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T21:12:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=86393"},"modified":"2025-04-24T14:12:37","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T21:12:37","slug":"affordable-places-to-live-in-indiana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/affordable-places-to-live-in-indiana\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Most Affordable Places to Live in Indiana in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are many highlights to living in Indiana, from the picturesque countryside showcasing the state\u2019s heartland heritage to bustling cities like <\/span>Indianapolis<\/span><\/a> with its growing arts and culinary scene. If you\u2019re currently living in or are considering moving to Indiana, then chances are you have a budget you\u2019d like to stay under when it comes to renting or buying a home. As of July, the <\/span>median home sale price in Indiana<\/span><\/a> is $265,300.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If that number is out of your budget, don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ve got options to help you find a home. Redfin has collected 14 of the most affordable places to live in Indiana. And the best part is that they all have a median home sale price under the state\u2019s average. So read on to learn what cities made the top 14.<\/span><\/p>\n

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#1: Gary<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price:<\/b> $79,000<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b>$74<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: <\/b>$812<\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $31,315 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro:<\/b> Chicago, IL (30 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Gary, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Gary, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

With a median home sale price of $79,000, Gary is the most affordable place to live in Indiana. About 69,100 people live in this city and is roughly 30 miles from the nearest major metropolitan city, <\/span>Chicago, IL<\/span><\/a>. If you\u2019re considering moving to this area make sure to spend a beach day at Lake Street Beach along the shores of Lake Michigan, stop by the Michael Jackson Family Home historic landmark, and explore IDNP Miller Woods.<\/span><\/p>\n

#2: Terre Haute<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price:<\/b> $97,620<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $49<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: <\/b>$887 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $37,299 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro:<\/b> Indianapolis (77 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Terre Haute, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Terre Haute, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Second is Terre Haute where about 58,400 residents currently live. The median home sale price is $97,620 which is about $160K less than the median home sale price in Indiana. If you find yourself moving here, make sure to check out Fairbanks Park located along the Wabash River, visit the local pubs and restaurants, and explore the downtown area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

#3: Muncie<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price: <\/b>$97,620<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $96<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:<\/b> $819<\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $34,602 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro:<\/b> Indianapolis (62 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Muncie, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Muncie, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Coming in as the third most affordable city to live in Indiana is Muncie. When living in this city of 65,200 people, you can stroll along the trail by the White River, check out museums like <\/span>Minnetrista Museum & Gardens<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>The Bob Ross Experience<\/span><\/a>, or explore the downtown Muncie area.<\/span><\/p>\n

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#4: South Bend<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price: <\/b>$129,900 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $126<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: <\/b>$861 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $34,602 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro: <\/b>Fort Wayne (90 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>South Bend, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>South Bend, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

A little more expensive than Muncie is South Bend, the next city on our list. With roughly 103,500 residents in South Bend, make sure to discover museums and historic sites like <\/span>Studebaker National Museum<\/span><\/a>, The History Museum, and the <\/span>Oliver Mansion<\/span><\/a>. You can also check out the parks along the St Joseph River, explore the Notre Dame campus or watch a football game during the fall.<\/span><\/p>\n

#5: Evansville<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price:<\/b> $160,000<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $120 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: <\/b>$822<\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $49,853<\/span>
\n<\/span>Evansville, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Evansville, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Home to about 115,300 residents, Evansville is the next city on our list. It\u2019s located just across from Kentucky, so you’ll find plenty to explore in both states. In Evansville, there are a lot of attractions like the <\/span>Evansville Museum<\/span><\/a>, the USS LST-325, the Victory Theatre, and Mesker Park Zoo. You can also check out historic places like Angel Mounds State Historic Site near the Ohio River.<\/span><\/p>\n

#6: Elkhart<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price:<\/b> $161,000<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $108<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:<\/b> $1,159<\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income: <\/b>$40,101 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro: <\/b>Fort Wayne (39 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Elkhart, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Elkhart, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve lived in Indiana for a while, it\u2019s likely you know of Elkhart. Just about 53,900 residents call this affordable city home. Once moving to Elkhart you\u2019ll want to check out the Wellfield Botanic Gardens, Studebaker Park, and Island Park, visit museums like Ruthmere Campus or <\/span>National New York Central Railroad Museum<\/span><\/a>, and explore the riverfront and downtown areas of Elkhart.<\/span><\/p>\n

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#7: Kokomo<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price:<\/b> $161,450<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b>$122 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment<\/b>: $878 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income: <\/b>$34,602 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro:<\/b> Indianapolis (62 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Kokomo, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Kokomo, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Consider adding Kokomo to your list of cities to consider living in if you\u2019re looking for an affordable place to move to in Indiana. Home to 59,600 residents, this affordable town can be a great option to add to your list. In Kokomo, you can visit Foster Park where you\u2019ll find the Willie the Whale statue, explore downtown Kokomo, and watch a race at Kokomo Speedway.<\/span><\/p>\n

#8: Anderson<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price:<\/b> $169,900<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $95<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: <\/b>$857<\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income: <\/b>$37,110 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro: <\/b>Indianapolis (42 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Anderson, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Anderson, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Eighth on the list is another well-known city, Anderson, where you\u2019ll find the home prices are about $80K less than the state\u2019s average. With just about 54,800 people living in Anderson, it\u2019s a great place to consider renting or buying a house this year. There are lots of activities to do in this city, like checking out outdoor spaces like Killbuck Wetlands, Shadyside Lake, and the Rangeline Nature Preserve. You can also explore the charming downtown area, or visit museums and sites like <\/span>Anderson Museum of Art<\/span><\/a> and the Uranus Indiana sign, among many other local favorites.<\/span><\/p>\n

#9: Mishawaka<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price: <\/b>$171,750<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b>$128<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:<\/b> $1,327 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $44,792 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro:<\/b> Fort Wayne (84 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Mishawaka, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Mishawaka, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

With a population of about 51,100, Mishawaka is a great place to consider living in Indiana. Fun activities to do in Mishawaka include exploring the Mishawaka Riverwalk located in Robert C. Beutter Riverfront Park, checking out the local shops and restaurants, and visiting Battell Park.<\/span><\/p>\n

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#10: Hammond<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price: <\/b>$185,000<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $185<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:<\/b> $1,055 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income: <\/b>$46,974 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro:<\/b> Chicago (29 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Hammond, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Hammond, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Coming in tenth place on our list of affordable places to live in Indiana is Hammond. With a population of nearly 77,900, Hammond is a great area to live in that\u2019s not nearly as big as the major metropolitan cities in Indiana. If you\u2019re going to call Hammond home, plan time to explore Gibson Woods Nature Preserve where you\u2019ll find birds, an environmental center, and hiking trails, check out Wolf Lake, and spend a beach day at Whihala Beach.<\/span><\/p>\n

#11: Fort Wayne<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price:<\/b> $215,000<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $135 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: <\/b>$1,195 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income: <\/b>$51,454 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro: <\/b>Indianapolis (125 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Fort Wayne, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Fort Wayne, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Claiming the 11th spot on our list of affordable places to live in Indiana is Fort Wayne. This city has a population of 263,900 and you can explore the 110-acre Lindenwood Nature Preserve, tour museums like <\/span>Fort Wayne Museum of Art<\/span><\/a> and The History Center, or check out the parks located along St Marys River like Headwaters Park. You\u2019ll have plenty of activities to explore during your free time living in Fort Wayne.<\/span><\/p>\n

#12: Lafayette<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price: <\/b>$225,290<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b>$149<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:<\/b> $997 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income: <\/b>$46,925 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro: <\/b>Indianapolis (64 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Lafayette, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Lafayette, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The median home sale price in Lafayette is $215,000, making it another great city to consider moving to this year. There are about 70,800 people living in this city, giving Lafayette a city-like feel without the hustle and bustle. If Lafayette is the city for you, be sure to stroll along Main Street where you\u2019ll find lots of local shops and restaurants, check out Armstrong Park, and walk over the John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge to <\/span>West Lafayette<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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#13: Indianapolis<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price: <\/b>$235,000<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot:<\/b> $137<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:<\/b> $1,287 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $50,813 <\/span>
\n<\/span>Indianapolis, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Indianapolis, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The city of Indianapolis takes the 13th spot on our list. For those looking to buy a home, the median sale price is $235,000. There is plenty to do in Indianapolis like discovering the exhibits at museums like Children\u2019s Museum of Indianapolis, the <\/span>Indiana State Museum<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>Eiteljorg Museum<\/span><\/a>. You can also watch the famed Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, explore White River State Park, or experience a Colts game at Lucas Oil Stadium.<\/span><\/p>\n

>> Read: <\/i><\/b>Popular Indianapolis, IN, Neighborhoods to Live in 2025<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

#14: Jeffersonville<\/span><\/h2>\n

Median home price: <\/b>$251,500<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average sale price per square foot: <\/b>$152<\/span>
\n<\/span>Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:<\/b> $1,012<\/span>
\n<\/span>Median household income:<\/b> $67,566<\/span>
\n<\/span>Nearest major metro:<\/b> Lexington, KY (3 miles)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Jeffersonville, IN homes for sale<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Jeffersonville, IN apartments for rent<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Rounding out our list of the most affordable places to live in Indiana is Jeffersonville. With a median home sale price of $251,500 and about 51,200 residents, this mid-sized city is a great option to consider buying a home in. Jeffersonville is just across the river from <\/span>Louisville, KY<\/span><\/a>, so there\u2019s always something new to explore in both cities. Make sure to check out the charming riverfront neighborhood with local shops and restaurants, visit the <\/span>Howard Steamboat Museum<\/span><\/a>, or stop by Falls of the Ohio State Park.<\/span><\/p>\n

Methodology:<\/b> All cities must have over 50,000 residents per the US Census and have a median home sale price under the average median home sale price in Indiana. Median home sale price and median sale price per square foot from the <\/span>Redfin Data Center<\/span><\/a> during April 2025. Average rental data from <\/span>Rent.com<\/span><\/a> April 2025. Population and median household income data sourced from the <\/span>United States Census Bureau<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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