Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watson Farms Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (11 Rentals)
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Watson Farms, Indianapolis, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watson Farms?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Farms Studio Apartments | $924 | $725 | $1,065 |
| Watson Farms 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $859 | $2,205 |
| Watson Farms 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $915 | $2,921 |
| Watson Farms 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $1,170 | $2,626 |
| Watson Farms 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $1,320 | $1,430 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Watson Farms Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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Cheapest Available Watson Farms Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watson Farms area of Indianapolis, IN is a Studio unit found at Franklin Studios priced from $725. Lake Castleton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $814. Here are the most affordable Watson Farms apartments for rent in Indianapolis, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Lake Castleton Apartments | Liberty | 2BR,2BA | $814 |
| Harrison Point Apartments | Pearl UPG | Studio,1BA | $819 |
| Timber Point Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Fountainview Apartments | Oasis | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson Farms, IN
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watson Farms area is the $0.81 price per square foot 2 BR / 1.5 BA Model at Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Full Basements in the in the Southeast Indianapolis neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Watson Farms apartment is the Lake Monroe Model at Bayview Club Apartments starting at $1,625 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Berkley Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watson Farms apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Full Basements | 2 BR / 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Bayview Club Apartments | Lake Monroe | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Benjamin Court | Two Bedroom Two Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Fountainview Apartments | Vista | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Harrison Point Apartments | Ruby Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Lenox Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Timber Point Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Residences on 56th Street | Brookhaven | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Life at Harrison Trails | 1 BED 1 BATH A (LOFT) | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| M Club Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watson Farms Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Watson Farms?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Watson Farms is under $1,059.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watson Farms?
The cheapest apartment in Watson Farms is Lake Castleton Apartments which is listed at $826, while the average apartment in Watson Farms costs $1,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watson Farms?
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 5 regular apartments in Watson Farms 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 Watson Farms?
Cheap apartments in Watson Farms have an average cost of $131 which is $1,468 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watson Farms.
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