1522 Ottawa Ct
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown South Bend Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (22 Rentals)
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Irish Hills Apartments
4245 Irish Hills DrSouth Bend, IN 46614
533 Columbia St
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624 W Lasalle Ave
South BendIN46601
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Prosper
3001 E Jefferson BlvdSouth Bend, IN 46615
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Legacy on Main
125 W Marion StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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Harter Heights Place
716 N Niles AveSouth Bend, IN 46617
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Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments
330 W Colfax AveSouth Bend, IN 46601
1033 Oak St
South BendIN46616
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from $782Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hickory Village Apartments
4312 Hickory RdMishawaka, IN 46545
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Downtown South Bend, South Bend, IN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown South Bend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown South Bend Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $782 | $2,140 |
| Downtown South Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $800 | $2,828 |
| Downtown South Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $983 | $4,500 |
| Downtown South Bend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,392 | $1,698 | $6,470 |
| Downtown South Bend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $1,195 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown South Bend Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown South Bend area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Hickory Village Apartments priced from $820. Prosper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $898. Here are the most affordable Downtown South Bend apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Prosper | Regency | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Legacy on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Harter Heights Place | Scotsman | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The LaSalle | Michiana | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown South Bend, IN
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown South Bend area is the $1.65 price per square foot 320 W Madison St Model at 320 W Madison St, Unit A in the in the Keller Park neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown South Bend apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1139 Model at Aurum starting at $1,499 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Council Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown South Bend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 320 W Madison St, Unit A | 320 W Madison St | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Aurum | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1139 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Bend Apartments - Student Housing | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Legacy on Main | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Irish Hills Apartments | Seville Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| The LaSalle | Brandywine | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| River Shore Apartments | Riverfront | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Prosper | Regency | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Harter Heights Place | Scotsman | Studio ,1BA | $1.91 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown South Bend, South Bend, IN
Jefferson Traditional School
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (516)
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central South Bend. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Downtown South Bend Neighborhood in South Bend, IN
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown South Bend Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown South Bend?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown South Bend is under $1,426.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown South Bend?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown South Bend is Hickory Village Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Downtown South Bend costs $5,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 74 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown South Bend?
Cheap apartments in Downtown South Bend have an average cost of $1,103 which is $3,997 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown South Bend.
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.