
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Franklin Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $800 (7 Rentals)
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Emerson Village

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South Franklin, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Franklin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,376 | $1,370 | $1,390 |
South Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $966 | $3,581 |
South Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $1,056 | $2,656 |
South Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $1,600 | $3,973 |
South Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $2,040 | $2,490 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Franklin Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available South Franklin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Franklin area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Emerson Village priced from $1,012. Overlook at Valley Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,087. Here are the most affordable South Franklin apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Emerson Village | The Cardinal - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
Overlook at Valley Ridge Apartments | A - Mohawk | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
Keeneland Crest Apartments | Camden | 2BR,1BA | $1,119 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Franklin, IN
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Franklin area is the $1.43 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Indianapolis in the in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,974. The second greatest value South Franklin apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Coventry Park Village starting at $1,925 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Franklin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Redwood Indianapolis | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Coventry Park Village | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
Keeneland Crest Apartments | Victorian | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Lakes of Windsor | Westminster | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Arlington Farms | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Alder Woods LLC | Alder | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Overlook at Valley Ridge Apartments | A - Mohawk | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
ARLO Apartments | Finn | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
Emerson Village | The Cardinal - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Franklin, Indianapolis, IN
Ranked #137
Among neighborhoods in Indianapolis, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Franklin, Indianapolis, IN
Lillie Idella Kitley Elementary
Franklin Central High School
Franklin Central Junior High
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Getting Around the South Franklin Neighborhood in Indianapolis, IN
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
13 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Franklin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Franklin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Franklin is at ARLO Apartments listed at $1,370.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Franklin Apartment is $1,012 at Emerson Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Franklin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Franklin is starting from $1,119 at Keeneland Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakes of Windsor and starts from $1,670.
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