Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Franklin Avenue Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $300 (6 Rentals)

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5824 E. Washington
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5824 E. Washington

5824 E Washington StIndianapolis, IN 46219
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Helen Louise Apartments
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5822 E Washington StIndianapolis, IN 46219
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South Franklin Avenue

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Indianapolis by our Local Expert Wendy Melton. See how it ranks!

South Franklin Avenue, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Franklin Avenue Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Franklin Avenue area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at 1252 Goldenrod Dr priced from $325. Indy Town Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $707. Here are the most affordable South Franklin Avenue apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1252 Goldenrod Dr1252 Goldenrod Dr1BR,1BA$325
Indy Town ApartmentsArlington Green 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$707
Vistas Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse2BR,1BA$864

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Franklin Avenue, IN

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Franklin Avenue area is the $0.91 price per square foot 854 Treyburn Green Dr Model at 854 Treyburn Green Dr in the in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value South Franklin Avenue apartment is the Beautiful Renovated Historic Apartment - 2 bedr... Model at School 85 starting at $1,610 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Franklin Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
854 Treyburn Green Dr854 Treyburn Green Dr3BR,2.5BA$0.91
School 85Beautiful Renovated Historic Apartment - 2 bedr...2BR,2BA$1.24
Country Lake Townhomes2 BR, 1.5 Bath townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.40
60 - ADDISON APARTMENTS1st Floor Standard + W/D Hookups2BR,1BA$0.95
Warren Harbor ApartmentsThe Walker2BR,2BA$1.42
50 - SAXONY COURT APARTMENTSSaxony 2 Bd Remodel2BR,1BA$1.02
Vistas Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.05
Braeburn Village2X1-502BR,1BA$1.19
Indy Town ApartmentsArlington Green 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
Lake Marina Apartments1 Bedroom Townhouse1BR,1BA$1.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Franklin Avenue, Indianapolis, IN

Ranked #153

Among neighborhoods in Indianapolis, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Franklin Avenue Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Franklin Avenue?

The cheapest apartment in South Franklin Avenue is 1252 Goldenrod Dr which is listed at $325, while the average apartment in South Franklin Avenue costs $1,552.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Franklin Avenue?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in South Franklin Avenue that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Franklin Avenue?

Cheap apartments in South Franklin Avenue have an average cost of $250 which is $1,302 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Franklin Avenue.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis

Written by: Wendy Melton

Indianapolis is not only the state capital of Indiana, it’s also a shining example of what Midwestern living is all about. I’m Wendy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.