Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Elkhart Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $300 (15 Rentals)

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Ashton Pines
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ashton Pines

4353 Balsam Fir LnElkhart, IN 46517
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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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Maple Court Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Court Place

2932 Elkhart RdGoshen, IN 46526
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Woodhaven Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodhaven Apartments

2414 W Clinton StGoshen, IN 46526
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Westgate Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westgate Manor

1854 Westplains DrGoshen, IN 46526
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Twin Pines
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Pines

2011 W Wilden AveGoshen, IN 46528

South Elkhart, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Elkhart Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Elkhart area of Elkhart, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at La Casa Estates priced from $730. Avalon West Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $754. Here are the most affordable South Elkhart apartments for rent in Elkhart, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Casa Estates2 bedroom2BR,1BA$730
Avalon West Apartment Homes1B/1B-Up1BR,1BA$754
Old Farm ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$764
FARMINGTON HILLS1 BR1BR,1BA$770
Walnut Trails ApartmentsThe Cypress1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Elkhart, IN

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Elkhart area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Arbors at Riverbend Apartments in the in the Outer Central South neighborhood starting from $1,182. The second greatest value South Elkhart 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 South Elkhart apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arbors at Riverbend Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.02
121-123 S Main St2bd/2bath2BR,2BA$1.05
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.10
GOLFVIEWTwo Bedroom - Fully Renovated2BR,2BA$1.18
Forest Glen Apartments3 Bed3BR,1BA$1.08
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1.21
The Retreat Apartment Homes2 bd2BR,1BA$1.14
North Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$1.15
Avalon West Apartment Homes1B/1B-Up1BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Elkhart, Elkhart, IN

Ranked #1

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 neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Indiana including South Elkhart, Elkhart, and the greater Elkhart area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the South Elkhart Neighborhood in Elkhart, IN

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Elkhart Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Elkhart?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Elkhart is under $972.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Elkhart?

The cheapest apartment in South Elkhart is Avalon West Apartment Homes which is listed at $754, while the average apartment in South Elkhart costs $1,317.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Elkhart?

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 48 regular apartments in South Elkhart 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 South Elkhart?

Cheap apartments in South Elkhart have an average cost of $1,317 which is $0 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Elkhart.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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