
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southport Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $700 (29 Rentals)
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Parc Bordeaux Apartments

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Meridian Court South

Berkley Commons

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Auburn Place

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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 | $1,040 | $790 | $1,829 |
| Southport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $831 | $1,725 |
| Southport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $891 | $2,375 |
| Southport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,721 | $1,282 | $2,500 |
| Southport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $1,575 | $5,329 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southport Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Southport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southport area of Indianapolis, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Windsor Court priced from $768. 5700 Madison Apartments & Edgewood on Madison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable Southport apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Court | Standard One Bedroom (SN1) | 1BR,1BA | $768 |
| 5700 Madison Apartments & Edgewood on Madison | Edgewood - Cypress | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| South & Madison | E2 | Studio,1BA | $809 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $811 |
| Parc Bordeaux Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Sterling | The Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sherbrook | Studio | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| Polo Run Apartments | The Pinto 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $877 |
| Greentree Apartments | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| Buckridge at Southport | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southport, IN
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southport area is the $1.35 price per square foot 3x2.5 TH R Model at South Haven Village Apartments in the in the Winchester Village neighborhood starting from $1,755. The second greatest value Southport apartment is the Garden Style 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartments Model at Park Madison Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.09 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Haven Village Apartments | 3x2.5 TH R | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Park Madison Apartments | Garden Style 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartments | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Auburn Place | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Oak Park | B2 Timber Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Encore Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Martinique Terrace | 2 Bed/1 Ba Standard Up | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Sterling | The Lexington | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Buckridge at Southport | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| SOUTHPORT AT BUCK CREEK | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| South & Madison | E2 | Studio ,1BA | $1.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthport, Indianapolis, IN
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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 $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southport?
The cheapest apartment in Southport is Windsor Court which is listed at $768, while the average apartment in Southport costs $1,760.
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 33 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 $119 which is $1,641 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southport.
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