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Elkhart, IL 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 | $705 | $625 | $816 |
Elkhart 1 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $403 | $1,402 |
Elkhart 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $625 | $1,825 |
Elkhart 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $900 | $2,060 |
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Cheapest Available Elkhart Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elkhart, IL is a Studio unit found at The Hickox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood priced from $628. Denison Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. 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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The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $628 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IL and Nearby
As of August 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkhart area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Elkhart apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Huntington Ridge Apartments starting at $1,339 with a $1.22 price per square foot . 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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Ash Grove | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Huntington Ridge Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Smart Choice Park | 1 Bedroom Unit-Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Prairie Hills | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
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Getting Around Elkhart, IL
Walk Score®
27 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elkhart Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elkhart?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elkhart is at The Hickox Collection listed at $628.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhart Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhart Apartment is $675 at Denison Place.
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 $800 at 106 S 4th St.
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