
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southport Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $700 (30 Rentals)
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5700 Madison Apartments & Edgewood on Madison

Sherbrook

Encore Apartments

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Greentree Apartments

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SOUTHPORT AT BUCK CREEK

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Southport, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southport Studio Apartments | $971 | $740 | $1,349 |
| Southport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $850 | $1,697 |
| Southport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $935 | $2,197 |
| Southport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $1,329 | $2,639 |
| Southport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $1,675 | $1,760 |
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Cheapest Available Southport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southport area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at 5700 Madison Apartments & Edgewood on Madison priced from $740. Sherbrook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Southport apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5700 Madison Apartments & Edgewood on Madison | Edgewood - Cypress | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Sherbrook | Studio | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| South & Madison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $847 |
| Parc Bordeaux Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Greentree Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Sterling | The Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Buckridge at Southport | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| SOUTHPORT AT BUCK CREEK | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $907 |
| Berkley Commons | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southport, IN
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southport area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Coventry Park Village in the in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Southport apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Mansfield Village Townhomes starting at $1,650 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Winchester Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southport apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry Park Village | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.24 |
| Mansfield Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 2x2 R-Prem | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Stonehedge Apartments | The Luna | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Oak Park | Dale - Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| South & Madison | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Martinique Terrace | 1Bd/1Ba-Dn Mini W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Sterling | The Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Buckridge at Southport | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthport, Indianapolis, IN
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southport Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southport?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southport is under $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southport?
The cheapest apartment in Southport is South & Madison which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Southport costs $1,717.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southport?
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 46 regular apartments in Southport 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 Southport?
Cheap apartments in Southport have an average cost of $142 which is $1,575 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southport.
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