
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watson Farms Neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN from $400 (29 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 | $874 | $665 | $1,079 |
| Watson Farms 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $825 | $2,259 |
| Watson Farms 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $950 | $3,014 |
| Watson Farms 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,220 | $3,422 |
| Watson Farms 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $1,465 | $1,615 |
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There are currently 29 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 $665. Lake Castleton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $815. 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 | $665 |
| Lake Castleton Apartments | Jackson | Studio,1BA | $815 |
| Jamestowne Apartments | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Life at Harrison Trails | 1 BED 1 BATH A (LOFT) | 1BR,1BA | $842 |
| Timber Point Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| M Club Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $888 |
| Benjamin Court | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| The Residences on 56th | Brendonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Fort Apartments | Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,067 |
| TGM Shadeland Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watson Farms, IN
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watson Farms area is the $1.58 price per square foot Willow Model at The Otis at Fort Ben Apartments in the in the Far Eastside neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value Watson Farms apartment is the 2 BR / 1.5 BA Model at Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Full Basements starting at $1,395 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Southeast Indianapolis 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Otis at Fort Ben Apartments | Willow | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Shadeland Terrace Townhomes w/Full Basements | 2 BR / 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Bayview Club Apartments | Lake Monroe | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| The Lenox Apartment Homes | The Bedford - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Benjamin Court | Two Bedroom Two Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| The Life at Harrison Trails | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Timber Point Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Residences on 56th | Brookhaven | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Jamestowne Apartments | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| TGM Shadeland Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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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 $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watson Farms?
The cheapest apartment in Watson Farms is Jamestowne Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Watson Farms costs $1,253.
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 $103 which is $1,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watson Farms.
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