Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IA from $700 (25 Rentals)
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Elkhart, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elkhart?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elkhart Studio Apartments | $1,056 | $1,043 | $1,069 |
Elkhart 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $760 | $2,153 |
Elkhart 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $845 | $2,496 |
Elkhart 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,280 | $2,774 |
Elkhart 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,925 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Elkhart Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elkhart, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ankeny Park Apartments in the Georgetown neighborhood priced from $760. Lake Shore Park in the Georgetown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $801. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elkhart apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ankeny Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
Lake Shore Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
Timberland at Crestbruck | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $821 |
Trailside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Village on State | 2BD LL | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IA and Nearby
As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkhart area is the $0.77 price per square foot Four bed Model at Prairie Trails in the in the Hayes Acres neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Elkhart apartment is the Centennial Pointe West Model at Centennial Pointe West starting at $2,300 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Georgetown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkhart apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Prairie Trails | Four bed | 4BR,3BA | $0.77 |
Centennial Pointe West | Centennial Pointe West | 3BR,3BA | $0.96 |
Brixin Townhomes at Kimberley Crossing | E1 Pattison | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
The Ridge at Canyon Landing Townhomes | Pearson | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
Prairie Lakes | Three Bedroom A | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Lake Shore Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
Windsor Village Phase 1 | WV 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Applewood Properties | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Fieldstream Apartment Homes | One Bedroom End | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Village on State | 2BD LL | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Getting Around Elkhart, IA
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elkhart Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhart Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhart Apartment is $760 at Ankeny Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elkhart Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elkhart is starting from $845 at Village on State.
What is the most affordable Elkhart Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elkhart Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lake Shore Place and starts from $1,280.
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