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Southport at Buck Creek

$886 – $1,652/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2.5 baths
  • 700–1,800 sq ft
  • 32 units available
  • Pet friendly
1451 E Southport Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46227

As of October 13, 2026, Southport at Buck Creek in Indianapolis, IN has 32 apartments for rent from $886 to $1,652/mo. One-bedrooms start at $886, two-bedrooms at $949, and three-bedrooms at $1,491. The average asking rent has risen 34.8% since April 17, 2026, from $949 to $1,279.

Floor plans

4 floor plans · 32 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

1 Bedroom

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 700 Sq Ft

Starting at $886/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1440-A$935700Sep 11
1487-A$886700Nov 2
7293-A$924700Dec 21

2 Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 900 Sq Ft

Starting at $949/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
7289-A$1,050900Aug 21
1471-A$1,005900Aug 28
1493-A$1,020900Aug 28
1481-B$949900Sep 2

2 Bedroom Townhome

2 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 1,400 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,052/mo

15 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
7340CB$1,2001,400Sep 3
7247OR$1,1501,400Sep 11
1440AN$1,2251,400Sep 15
1416GR$1,1651,400Sep 26
1432AN$1,2601,400Sep 28
7264CB$1,1501,400Oct 2
7316CB$1,1501,400Oct 8
1404GR$1,1751,400Oct 8
1410GR$1,0671,400Oct 23
7394CB$1,0521,400Oct 24
1408GR$1,1671,400Oct 26
7269OR$1,1321,400Oct 30
7273OR$1,1721,400Nov 7
7245OR$1,1621,400Dec 6
7371OR$1,1621,400Dec 6

3 Bedroom Townhome

3 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • 1,800 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,491/mo

10 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1412AN$1,6151,800Aug 28
1452GR$1,6151,800Sep 21
7367OR$1,4911,800Sep 22
7369OR$1,6171,800Oct 17
7348CB$1,6521,800Oct 17
7265OR$1,5921,800Nov 14
7345OR$1,5771,800Nov 20
1436AN$1,6521,800Dec 8
1402GR$1,6191,800Dec 11
1424AN$1,5981,800Dec 15

See all 97 units listed at Southport at Buck Creek, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Southport at Buck Creek has ranged from $949 to $1,302. The current average is $1,279, up $330 (34.8%) from $949 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (174 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,258$821 – $1,65232
Sep 2026$1,239$886 – $1,82637
Aug 2026$1,232$855 – $1,81441
Jul 2026$1,264$794 – $1,77229
Jun 2026$1,227$897 – $1,67115
May 2026$1,210$841 – $1,82421
Apr 2026$970$863 – $1,81922

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $886 – $1,652/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 21

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Indianapolis area.

Lowest-priced apartment: 1 Bedroom at $886

$1,110/mo

$224/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $886

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $139

  • Internet

    est.

    $71

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $14

  • All-in monthly

    $1,110

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$886$1,110$31,896/yr
2 bedrooms$949$1,238$34,164/yr
3 bedrooms$1,491$1,865$53,676/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $31,896 a year for the $886 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Indianapolis earns $46,182 a year.

Compared with the Indianapolis area

The median two-bedroom at Southport at Buck Creek asks $1,150 a month, 9% below the Indianapolis area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,262. Typical asking rents across the area are down 0.4% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereIndianapolis-area asking rentIndianapolis rent paid
1 bedroom$924$1,079$1,019
2 bedrooms$1,150$1,262$1,189
3 bedrooms$1,615—$1,354
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Indianapolis, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Breed & Weight Restrictions Apply

  • Business Centerâ

  • Carpeting

  • Coffee & Refreshments Barâ

  • Dishwasher

  • Dog Parkâ

  • Dogs & Cats Welcome

  • Fitness Centerâ

  • Full Sized Washer And Dryer*

  • Garbage Disposal

  • Multi-Sport Courtâ

  • Near Public Transportationâ

  • Patio Or Balcony

  • Playgroundâ

  • Subway Tile Backsplash

  • Sundeckâ

  • Swimming Poolâ

  • Vinyl Plank Flooring

  • Volleyball Courtâ

  • White Cabinets


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Gym
    4 photos
  • Playroom

Location

1451 E Southport Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46227


Resident reviews

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.5
Maintenance3.8
Building Quality2.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.9
Location3.8

Southport at Buck Creek receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 88% of reviews rating the property favorably. Residents consistently praise the responsive maintenance team, friendly and knowledgeable office staff, and spacious floor plans with included utilities. However, a small but vocal group reports serious maintenance issues including pest infestations, water damage, mold, and delayed repairs, alongside concerns about rent increases and amenity upkeep.

Office and leasing staff receive consistent praise for friendliness, professionalism, and responsiveness during the leasing process. However, experiences with maintenance responsiveness and issue resolution are mixed—some residents report timely, professional service, while others describe significant delays in repairs, unresolved maintenance issues, and communication gaps. Billing practices and lease term clarity have been points of concern for some residents.

Maintenance response times and staff professionalism vary significantly across resident experiences. Positive reviews consistently highlight efficient, friendly service and timely completion of work orders, while negative reviews report recurring issues with temporary repairs, unresolved structural problems (leaks, mold, electrical), and delayed follow-through on maintenance requests. Common concerns include basement flooding, HVAC failures, plumbing issues, and appliance malfunctions that receive band-aid fixes rather than permanent solutions.

Residents report significant building maintenance issues including water leaks, mold growth, pest infestations (cockroaches, mice, ants), and temporary repairs that do not address root causes. While one recent resident reported no major issues and quick resolution of minor problems, the majority of reviews describe unresolved structural and environmental concerns, with management reportedly prioritizing cosmetic fixes over substantive repairs.

Amenities at this property include a pool and gym that residents appreciate, though maintenance and repair responsiveness are inconsistent. Laundry facilities have experienced extended outages affecting multiple units, and parking lot conditions show visible wear. Common concerns include delayed maintenance requests, inconsistent service quality across staff, and reliability issues with included Wi-Fi.

Residents report mixed experiences with the property's location and surrounding area. While some appreciate the affordability and convenient amenities relative to comparable properties in the region, others cite significant concerns including parking availability issues, disrupted commute routes due to incomplete infrastructure, and neighborhood safety concerns. Maintenance responsiveness to location-related issues like sidewalk snow management has been inconsistent.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


About this property

Expand your view with a next-level home at Southport at Buck Creek. Our garden-style one, two, and three bedroom apartments and townhomes in Indianapolis, Indiana, meet your every need when it comes to modern living. Admire upgraded touches like subway tile backsplash, vinyl plank flooring, and a patio or balcony. Our residents also have access to indulgent amenities like a fitness center and a swimming pool.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Homecroft Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.3 mi

Southport High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.5 mi

A Weekday Childrens Ministry Of Southport Umc

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.5 mi

Faith Christian School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.6 mi

Calvary Lutheran School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.9 mi

Riviera Day Care & Preschool

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.9 mi

Riviera Children's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Southport Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.1 mi

St. Mark School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle1.1 mi

Douglas Macarthur Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.1 mi

Contact & management