
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Dunes Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $800 (6 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southern Dunes area of Indianapolis.


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Southern Dunes, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Dunes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Dunes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $1,043 | $1,430 |
| Southern Dunes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $1,195 | $1,697 |
| Southern Dunes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $1,676 | $1,985 |
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Cheapest Available Southern Dunes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Dunes area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Murphy's Landing priced from $1,023. Creek Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here are the most affordable Southern Dunes apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy's Landing | The Wake | 1BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| Creek Bay | 1Bed/1Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Dakota Ridge | 1U | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Dunes, IN
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Dunes area is the $1.51 price per square foot Eagle`s Island Lakeview Model at Lighthouse Landings in the in the Meridian Woods Park neighborhood starting from $1,484. The second greatest value Southern Dunes apartment is the 1U Model at Dakota Ridge starting at $1,124 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Shelby Street-Epler Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Dunes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Landings | Eagle`s Island Lakeview | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Dakota Ridge | 1U | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Arborwood Apartments | The Ninebark | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Creek Bay | 1Bed/1Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Southern Dunes | Echo | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Murphy's Landing | The Wake | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Dunes Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Dunes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Dunes Apartment is $1,049 at Creek Bay.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Dunes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Dunes is starting from $1,195 at Creek Bay.
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