Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Elkhart Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $500 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Elkhart area of Elkhart.

Elkhart Green Apartments

415 N 2nd St

607 W Marion St

313 Gross St

327 Harrison St

River Park Villa Apartments

647 W Lexington Ave

North River Landing Apartments
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Forest Glen Apartments

Woodwind Apartments

723 W Marion St
Downtown Elkhart, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Elkhart?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Elkhart Studio Apartments | $847 | $550 | $1,145 |
Downtown Elkhart 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $600 | $2,075 |
Downtown Elkhart 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $770 | $9,609 |
Downtown Elkhart 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $895 | $2,795 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Elkhart Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Elkhart Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Elkhart area of South Bend, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at La Casa Estates priced from $770. Elkhart Green Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Downtown Elkhart apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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La Casa Estates | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Woodwind Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
The Highlands Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $957 |
GREENLEAF | 2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Elkhart, IN
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Elkhart area is the $1.05 price per square foot 2bd/2bath Model at 121-123 S Main St in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Downtown Elkhart apartment is the 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath - Hunter's Pond Model at Hunter's Pond starting at $1,300 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Elkhart apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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121-123 S Main St | 2bd/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Hunter's Pond | 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath - Hunter's Pond | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
GREENLEAF | 2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
North River Landing Apartments | The Brook | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
Forest Glen Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
The Highlands Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
La Casa Estates | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Old Farm Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Elkhart, Elkhart, IN
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Downtown Elkhart Neighborhood in Elkhart, IN
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Elkhart Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Elkhart Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Elkhart Apartment is $770 at Old Farm Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Elkhart Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Elkhart is starting from $770 at La Casa Estates.
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