Bloomington’s large renter population makes a rental home more than a private agreement between an owner and a tenant. Inside the city limits, the Housing and Neighborhood Development Department, known as HAND, administers a residential rental inspection program that connects registration, inspections, and occupancy permits. New landlords, buyers taking over...
Gary Breaks Ground on Veterans Village Homes as a New Housing Project Takes Shape
A new housing project has begun to take shape in Gary’s Veterans Village. On September 30, the City of Gary announced the groundbreaking for Phase 1 of the Veterans Housing Project, a development planned to include five single-family homes, a 1,100-square-foot community clubhouse, and a play area. The announcement is...
Indianapolis, Indiana Real Estate in 2026: Prices, Inventory and What to Know
Indianapolis real estate is moving through a more balanced period in 2026. Prices have continued to rise, but buyers have more homes to review than they did during the tightest years of the market. The City of Indianapolis and the larger Indianapolis metro area are different markets, so their numbers...
Why Rent Is Getting More Expensive in Indianapolis
Renting a home in Indianapolis is becoming more expensive. The city is still cheaper than many large cities in the United States, but rent has gone up quickly in recent years. For many families, wages have not increased fast enough to keep up with housing costs. Average Rent in Indianapolis...
Rising Apartment Costs Are Affecting Renters Across Indianapolis
For many years, Indianapolis was known as one of the more affordable large cities in the Midwest. Lower housing costs helped attract families, young workers, retirees, and people moving from more expensive states. But in recent years, rent prices across Indianapolis have increased quickly, making it harder for many residents...
Indianapolis Rents Are Falling as the Rental Market Becomes More Affordable
Renters in Indianapolis are getting some relief as rental prices continue to fall. According to Realtor.com data, the median asking rent in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood area reached $1,273 in July 2026. That represents a 1.6% decrease compared with the same time last year. Indianapolis is not alone. Rent prices have been...
Indiana Bill Could Overturn Fishers and Carmel Rental Restrictions
A new Indiana bill could change how many homes can be used as rental properties in Fishers and Carmel. The proposed legislation would prevent local governments from creating rules that limit a homeowner's ability to rent out a property. That could put local rental limits passed by Fishers and Carmel...
Indianapolis Renters Lose Thousands in Apartment Payment Theft Scheme
Renters in Indianapolis are dealing with a situation that has raised serious concerns about apartment payment security and trust between tenants and property managers. Investigators say dozens of tenants paid their rent on time using money orders, but the payments never made it into the apartment accounts. Instead, police believe...
Why College Towns Like South Bend Are Becoming Real Estate Hotspots
College towns across the United States are getting more attention from real estate investors in 2026. Cities that were once mostly known for football games, student housing, and university life are now being looked at as strong opportunities for rental income and long-term property growth. Investors are especially paying attention...
Why More People Are Renting in Evansville Instead of Buying Homes
The rental market in Evansville, Indiana, continues to change in 2026 as more people choose to rent instead of buying homes. While Evansville is still considered more affordable than many cities across the United States, renters are beginning to notice higher monthly prices, fewer available apartments, and more competition for...