
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bower Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $600 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bower area of Elkhart.


La Casa Estates

415 N 2nd St

417 Middlebury St

160 N 6th St

509 W Franklin St

514 S 5th St
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524 W High St

214 E Crawford St

1464 Hudson St

327 Harrison St

North River Landing Apartments

165 N 5th St

Avalon West Apartment Homes
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Forest Glen Apartments

River Park Villa Apartments

604 Middlebury St

647 W Lexington Ave, Unit 3

Stonewater at the Riverwalk

Avalon Woods Apartment Homes

1417 Krau St
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Northway Manor

River Point West

121-123 S Main St

York Woods Center

Fleming Arms Apartments

Water Tower Place

Holiday Village - Manufactured Home Community
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1416 Lamar Ct

Four Seasons
Bower, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bower?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bower Studio Apartments | $1,287 | $605 | $1,445 |
| Bower 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $650 | $2,220 |
| Bower 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $600 | $3,035 |
| Bower 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $940 | $3,174 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bower Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN.
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Cheapest Available Bower Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bower area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Avalon West Apartment Homes priced from $870. River Park Villa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Bower apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| River Park Villa Apartments | Riverside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Avalon Woods Apartment Homes | Style G | 2BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| North River Landing Apartments | The Whitewater | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Delta | The Irish | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bower, IN
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bower area is the $1.08 price per square foot The Whitewater Model at North River Landing Apartments in the in the Bower neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Bower apartment is the 2/2 Model at River Point West starting at $1,689 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bower apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North River Landing Apartments | The Whitewater | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| River Point West | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Avalon Woods Apartment Homes | Style G | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| River Park Villa Apartments | Riverside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Delta | The Irish | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBower, Elkhart, IN
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bower Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bower?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bower is at The Delta listed at $1,445.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bower Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bower Apartment is $870 at Avalon West Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bower Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bower is starting from $1,055 at Avalon Woods Apartment Homes.
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