
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IN from $500 with Washer/Dryer (12 Rentals)
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Holiday Village - Manufactured Home Community
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Elkhart, IN 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 | $1,119 | $550 | $1,730 |
Elkhart 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $620 | $2,150 |
Elkhart 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $770 | $3,841 |
Elkhart 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $895 | $3,200 |
Elkhart 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $1,467 | $1,467 |
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Getting Around Elkhart, IN
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Elkhart Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elkhart?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elkhart is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elkhart?
The cheapest apartment in Elkhart is FARMINGTON HILLS which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Elkhart costs $1,467.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 22 regular apartments in 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 Elkhart?
Cheap apartments in Elkhart have an average cost of $664 which is $803 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in 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.

The Expert List: South Bends 7 Most Livable and Affordable Neighborhoods
Written by: Chad Deitchley
As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for South Bend, Indiana I am happy to help you find an affordable place to live in this surprisingly vibrant and extremely livable city.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.