
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Franklin Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $700 (30 Rentals)
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5334 Padre Ln

5719 Wood Hollow Dr

10610 Crackling Dr

8051 Little River Ln

8039 Retreat Ln

5439 Durango Ct

5729 Ensenada Ave
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5723 Ensenada Ave

5844 Timberlake Blvd

6723 Harvest Ridge Ct

5951 Brouse Dr

6404 Amarillo Way

Redwood Indianapolis

Coventry Park Village
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7260 Kidwell Dr

5602 Wild Horse Dr

Heathmoore - Indianapolis

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10166 Southeastern Ave

Alder Woods

5310 Shelbyville Rd
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The Brixton

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Franklin Studio Apartments | $1,378 | $1,358 | $1,398 |
| South Franklin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $949 | $1,854 |
| South Franklin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $1,139 | $2,391 |
| South Franklin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,517 | $2,175 |
| South Franklin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $1,687 | $1,687 |
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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 Heathmoore - Indianapolis priced from $925. Keeneland Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable South Franklin apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathmoore - Indianapolis | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Keeneland Crest Apartments | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Emerson Village | The Cardinal - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $956 |
| The Brixton | The Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $1,072 |
| Overlook at Valley Ridge Apartments | A2 - Napa | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| Latitudes Apartments | The Sundial 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,179 |
| Alder Woods | Hemlock | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Arlington Farms | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Lakes of Windsor | Churchill | 2BR,2BA | $1,470 |
| ARLO Apartments | Milo | 2BR,2BA | $1,720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Franklin, IN
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Franklin area is the $1.51 price per square foot Meadowood Model at Redwood Indianapolis in the in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value South Franklin apartment is the Nash Model at ARLO Apartments starting at $1,760 with a $1.48 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Indianapolis | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| ARLO Apartments | Nash | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Lakes of Windsor | Churchill | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Keeneland Crest Apartments | Hartford | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Arlington Farms | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Latitudes Apartments | The Sundial 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Overlook at Valley Ridge Apartments | A2 - Napa | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Brixton | The Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Emerson Village | The Cardinal - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Heathmoore - Indianapolis | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Best Local Schools in South Franklin, Indianapolis, IN
Lillie Idella Kitley Elementary
Franklin Central High School
Franklin Central Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Franklin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Franklin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Franklin Apartment is $925 at Heathmoore - Indianapolis.
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 $1,065 at Heathmoore - Indianapolis.
What is the most affordable South Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Franklin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Overlook at Valley Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,517.
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