Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southdale Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $700 (8 Rentals)

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Southdale - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Indianapolis

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

Southdale, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southdale area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at The Sycamores priced from $950. Thompson Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $955. Here are the most affordable Southdale apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The SycamoresA1 The Sycamores 1/11BR,1BA$950
Thompson Village Apartments.One Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$955
Brookwood ApartmentsEvergreen Three1BR,1BA$982

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdale, IN

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southdale area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Baths - Phase I Model at Aspen Lakes in the in the Southern Homes neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Southdale apartment is the Yellowstone Model at Dakota Ridge starting at $1,365 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Southern Homes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aspen Lakes2 Bedroom 2 Baths - Phase I2BR,2BA$1.17
Dakota RidgeYellowstone2BR,2BA$1.32
Brookwood ApartmentsSycamore Two3BR,1.5BA$1.38
The SycamoresB2 The Spruce 2/22BR,2BA$1.38
Berkley CommonsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath TH2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Southern DunesHarmony1BR,1BA$1.58
Martinique Terrace1Bd/1Ba-Dn Mini W/D1BR,1BA$1.34
The SterlingThe Remington2BR,1BA$1.22
Creek Bay1Bed/1Bath Large1BR,1BA$1.46
City Heights1A1BR,1BA$1.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southdale, Indianapolis, IN

Ranked #154

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southdale Neighborhood in Indianapolis, IN

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southdale Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southdale?

The cheapest apartment in Southdale is The Sycamores which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Southdale costs $1,969.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southdale?

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 10 regular apartments in Southdale 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 Southdale?

Cheap apartments in Southdale have an average cost of $122 which is $1,847 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southdale.

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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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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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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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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.