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Hoffman Hotel Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hoffman Hotel Apartments

120 W Lasalle AveSouth Bend, IN 46601
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New Heritage Homes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Heritage Homes

505 E Broadway StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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Hillcrest Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

1301 N Michigan StSouth Bend, IN 46617
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Gemini Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Gemini Apartments

626 W Colfax AveSouth Bend, IN 46601
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Northshore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northshore Apartments

1411 Northside BlvdSouth Bend, IN 46615
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Corby Homes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Corby Homes

1022 Patty LnSouth Bend, IN 46615
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Village Terre
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Terre

1512 Rosemary LnSouth Bend, IN 46637
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Clear Water MHC
3 Bedroom Apartments

Clear Water MHC

62430 Locust RdSouth Bend, IN 46614
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Cedar Glen
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Glen

425 S 25th StSouth Bend, IN 46615
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The Belfry
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Belfry

744 N Notre Dame AveSouth Bend, IN 46617
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Elthan Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Elthan Place

132 S Scott StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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South Bend, IN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Bend, IN

Pricing Updated: 03/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the South Bend, IN area range in price from $500 to $4,612 with an overall median price of $1,678. The three South Bend neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are LaSalle Area at $900, Rum Village at $950, and McNaughton at $500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for South Bend Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
LaSalle Area$900$90015
Rum Village$1,000$95021
McNaughton$1,175$5003393
South Benham$1,175$5001815
South Shore Bridge St$1,175$5003393
West Central$1,175$5002860
First$1,187$5002812
Indiana$1,187$5003333
Lexington River Bend$1,187$5003420
West Lusher$1,187$5002479

Cheapest Available South Bend Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Bend, IN is a 3 Beds unit found at University Edge in the Council Oak neighborhood priced from $725. Indian Springs Apartments in the Council Oak neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $829. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Bend apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Edge3x33BR,3BA$725
Indian Springs ApartmentsTHE CARLISLE1BR,1BA$829
West Jefferson ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$870
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$880
Castle PointBalmoral1BR,1BA$880
Irish Hills ApartmentsClassic One Bedroom1BR,1BA$884
The Marmain ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
ProsperRegency1BR,1BA$898
Grey Ridge Apartments LLCHorseshoe1BR,1BA$899
Lakeview Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$955

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bend, IN

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Bend area is the $0.90 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Colfax Townhomes in the in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value South Bend apartment is the 3x3 Model at University Edge starting at $725 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Council Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bend apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Colfax Townhomes2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$0.90
University Edge3x33BR,3BA$0.58
The Residences at Belleville Park3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Bend Apartments - Student Housing2 bedroom2BR,2BA$0.87
Ironwood VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Griffin Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Lakeview Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Irish Row2X22BR,2BA$1.01
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$1.21
Riverwalk Commons- Student HousingThree Bedroom1BR,2BA$0.96

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South Bend Overview

There’s a lot to consider when choosing your town – the place you want to work, eat, play, study and simply live. You may be looking for a city steeped in history, a community that is easy to get around or a hometown that appeals to residents and visitors alike with numerous attractions, activities and opportunities to socialize. If you want all three – or even more, in the way of accessibility to larger metropolitan areas, nearby vacation opportunities and a livable year-round climate – consider finding an apartment in South Bend, Indiana. The heart of Michiana, this vibrant city is a haven for those who enjoy bike riding, visiting art museums, commuting easily to work, watching top-notch college football or exploring more than 300 restaurants, bars and coffee shops.

Why live in South Bend, IN?

When it comes to amenities and cost of living, South Bend ranks high. You can find great shopping, dining and recreation, all within an affordable community. In South Bend, you get the pleasures of an urban lifestyle – with year-round events, renowned entertainment, a robust downtown scene and historic buildings – but still have access to natural environments and outdoor activities. Lake Michigan is only a short drive away. And the East Race Waterway on Niles Avenue (one of many appealing city parks and recreation facilities) brings white water rafting and kayaking downtown during the summer.

South Bend, IN
Population: 101,860

Ranked #306

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around South Bend, IN

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 South Bend Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Bend?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Bend is under $955.

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

The cheapest apartment in South Bend is Indian Springs Apartments which is listed at $829, while the average apartment in South Bend costs $1,678.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Bend?

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 95,137 regular apartments in South Bend 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 Bend?

Cheap apartments in South Bend have an average cost of $1,192 which is $486 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bend.

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