Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Elkhart Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $500 (19 Rentals)

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Northway Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northway Manor

915 Northway CirElkhart, IN 46514
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Highland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland

1875 Osolo RdElkhart, IN 46514
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Water Tower Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Water Tower Place

320 La Salle StElkhart, IN 46516
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Downtown Elkhart, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Casa Estates2 bedroom2BR,1BA$770
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$865
Woodwind Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$875
The Highlands ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$957
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
121-123 S Main St2bd/2bath2BR,2BA$1.05
Hunter's Pond2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath - Hunter's Pond2BR,2BA$1.22
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.10
North River Landing ApartmentsThe Brook2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Forest Glen Apartments3 Bed3BR,1BA$1.16
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1.21
The Highlands ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$1.20
La Casa Estates2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Old Farm ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Elkhart, Elkhart, IN

Ranked #14

Among neighborhoods in Elkhart, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Eastern South Bend. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

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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