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Unique studio apartment - east side of Bloomington (Aug. 1-) Description

Bloomington, Indiana, United States
Rates from USD $1250 | Monthly

Studio or Loft | Private Space | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From August 1, 2026 until July 31, 2027

Description

Seeking a non-smoking professional, visiting faculty member or mature, quiet graduate student. This rental unit is a 750 square foot octagonal space on the third floor of an addition to my home (a separate structure that has a shop in the walkout basement and a garage in the middle level). Features include use of garage, an enclosed bathroom with shower, kitchenette (maple cabinets, double sink with pullout faucet, medium size fridge), 16 windows, custom storage unit in center island, Brazilian cherry floor and trim, slate floor in entry and bath, heating/cooling by heat pump, vaulted ceiling with clerestory tower in center, located on 5 acre lot 2 miles east of College Mall just off SR46, a quiet remote setting but with a very quick commute to campus - about 8-10 minutes. It is on a private road with eighteen 5-7 acre lots and hiking through state forest available at the end of the road. Other amenities available to the renter: basketball hoop, fire pit for cookouts down the hill in the woods, private road (great for walks). Optional furnishings: futon sofa/bed, desk, miscellaneous shelving. Pets: no dogs. cat a possibility. Utilities included with the monthly rent of $1150: electric, water, trash, gigabyte internet (ethernet and wireless).

Private Space Offered

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
0

Size
725 ft2

Suited For
1

Property Type
Studio or Loft

Comments: This is a studio apartment above my garage, on a 5 acre lot on the east side. Usually for 1, but 2 have stayed here some years.

Availability

From August 1, 2026 until July 31, 2027

Minimum Stay

10 Months

Comments: Other amenities: basketball hoop, fire pit for cookouts down the hill in the woods, private road (great for walks). Some furnishings available if desired.

Location

Private Space in a Studio or Loft in Bloomington, Indiana, United States

Closest University

Indiana University Bloomington

Neighborhood

Kingston Estates

Nearby Cities

Bloomington

Comments: For a non-smoking professional, visiting faculty or mature grad, student. This rental unit is a 750sf space on the 3rd floor of an addition to my home (separate structure). Studio has bath and kitchenette (medium size fridge)

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Countryside
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Woods

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $1250 Monthly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: 1gig internet included as well.

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Usually 1 person lives in studio, but 2 have occupied it some years. Need a car for 10-minute drive to campus.

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

bringing in mail when I'm gone.

I may need help with plants or garden

optional - there is a garden in backyard that I don't really tend.

Features

Interior

Semi Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Washer

Dryer

Comments: The kitchenette has a medium-size refrigerator, large toaster over, microwave, hot plate. The washer & dryer are available in the basement of my house. The studio is separated from house by a 30x10ft bridge/deck, availabel to tenant.

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Trust Score (4)
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