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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southdale Studio Apartments | $1,199 | $1,199 | $1,199 |
Southdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $818 | $1,499 |
Southdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $985 | $1,800 |
Southdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $1,288 | $2,535 |
Southdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,869 | $1,869 |
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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. Brookwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $978. Here are the most affordable Southdale apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Sycamores | A1 The Sycamores 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Brookwood Apartments | Evergreen Three | 1BR,1BA | $978 |
The Sterling | The Remington | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdale, IN
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southdale area is the $1.24 price per square foot Bighorn Model at Dakota Ridge in the in the Southern Homes neighborhood starting from $1,515. The second greatest value Southdale apartment is the Oasis + Garage Model at Southern Dunes starting at $1,765 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Southern Wayne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southdale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dakota Ridge | Bighorn | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Southern Dunes | Oasis + Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
Brookwood Apartments | Sycamore Two | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
The Sycamores | B2 The Spruce 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Berkley Commons | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
Martinique Terrace | 1Bd/1Ba-Dn Mini W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
The Sterling | The Remington | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Creek Bay | 1Bed/1Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Murphy's Landing | The Wake | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Residence on Penn | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthdale, Indianapolis, IN
Ranked #138
Among neighborhoods in Indianapolis, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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
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 Southdale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southdale Apartment is $950 at The Sycamores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southdale is starting from $985 at Brookwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Berkley Commons and starts from $1,380.
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