Cheap Homes for Rent in First Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $700 (6 Rentals)

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First, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available First Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the First area of South Bend, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at La Casa Estates priced from $770. FARMINGTON HILLS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable First apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Casa Estates2 bedroom2BR,1BA$770
FARMINGTON HILLS1 BR1BR,1BA$800
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in First, IN

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the First area is the $1.41 price per square foot Executive Suites Model at Maple Lane Apartments in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value First apartment is the 2bd/2bath Model at 121-123 S Main St starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Maple Lane ApartmentsExecutive Suites2BR,1BA$1.41
121-123 S Main St2bd/2bath2BR,2BA$1.05
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.10
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1.21
Stonewater at the RiverwalkA21BR,1BA$1.70
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$1.20
La Casa Estates3 bedroom3BR,1BA$1.31
Old Farm ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.63
Woodwind Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.59
FARMINGTON HILLS1 BR1BR,1BA$1.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about First

What type of rentals are currently available in First?

There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in First, IN with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,073. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First ranging from $700 to $1,389.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in First?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in First ranges from $700 to $1,389 with an average monthly rent of $896.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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