If downtown living in Indianapolis near Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) is what you're after, look no further than the following student apartment communities.

9 on Canal -- An all-inclusive, luxury apartment community in downtown Indianapolis, 9 on Canal offers one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Each fully-furnished unit includes kitchens with granite countertops and bar stools, full washers and dryers, wood flooring, included internet and cable, walk-in closets, private bathrooms, large bedrooms, and a flat screen TV. Community features include garages and on-street parking, extra storage, an onsite business center, a patio or balcony, a courtyard, courtesy patrol, a clubhouse, a computer lab, barbecue areas with grills, a 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop infinity pool, bicycle racks, on-site restaurants and a coffee shop, a dog park, a study lounge, and more. Have some furry friends back home? Bring them along! 9 on Canal allows pets with no weight limit or breed restriction.

The Avenue -- If downtown living is your style, here's another option: The Avenue. The Avenue Apartments offers new and modern studios, one, two, and four-bedroom apartment homes. Located just minutes from IUPUI, interstates I-65 and I-70, hospitals, the canal, shopping, dining, and more, The Avenue offers convenient access to everything you need. Apartments include dishwasher, air conditioning, private baths for each bedroom, patio or balcony, fully equipped kitchens with stainless steel appliances, a washer and dryer in each home, and free Wi-Fi/cable. Other fabulous amenities include a clubhouse, an onsite business center and a computer lab, public transportation, a barbeque area with grills, a pool, a fitness center, onsite restaurants and retail, an onsite parking garage, secure key fob entry, study areas, an internet cafe, a tanning salon, a media and game room, individual leases, and pets allowed.

Lux on Capitol -- If you appreciate newer communities, check out Lux on Capitol, Indianapolis' newest student living community located in downtown Indianapolis three blocks from IUPUI and 15 minutes from the University of Indianapolis. Residents live in units with a washer and dryer, dishwasher, patio or balcony, air conditioning, large bedrooms, oversized kitchens, walk-in closets, all-inclusive amenities (except electricity), private bedroom suites, contemporary furnishings, and free cable and high-speed Wi-Fi. Community features include garage and on-street parking, a clubhouse, a courtyard, a computer lab, a 24-hour fitness center with yoga studio and spinning area, a resort style swimming pool with sundeck, a basketball court, a barbecue area with grills, bicycle racks, private study lounges on individual floors, a TV and gaming area, billiards and Ping Pong, tanning, and study lounges.

Buckingham Balmoral Apartments -- Historical elegance in the heart of downtown Indianapolis describes Buckingham Balmoral Apartments. Offering one, two, and four-bedroom apartment homes, this community is located three miles from Monument Circle, Broad Ripple, I-65, and I-70. Residents enjoy many amenities, such as a washer and dryer in unit, controlled access, air conditioning, hardwood floors, modern appliances, large formal dining rooms, solariums in select units, and enormous floor plans. Other features of this gated community include a courtyard, extra storage, a fitness facility, a tanning bed, and more. Cats and small dogs are allowed, but breed restrictions apply.

Meridian Towers -- Mix convenience and distinction at Meridian Towers, downtown apartment living offering modern studio and one-bedroom units. Live near IUPUI, Circle Center Mall, and minutes from hospitals and major highways. Apartments come with updated kitchens with contemporary color schemes and new carpet and flooring. Meridian Towers provides extra storage, surface lot parking, a computer lab, controlled access, a dishwasher, gated entry, air conditioning, a fitness center, walk-in closets, student discounts, an on-site laundry facility, professional on-site staff, study lounges, and window coverings.