Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Jackson Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $500 (19 Rentals)

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119 N 3rd St

ElkhartIN46516

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Highland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland

1875 Osolo RdElkhart, IN 46514

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Water Tower Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Water Tower Place

320 La Salle StElkhart, IN 46516
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East Jackson, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Jackson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Jackson area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Northway Manor priced from $880. The Retreat Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $914. Here are the most affordable East Jackson apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northway Manor1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$880
The Retreat Apartment Homes1 bd1BR,1BA$914
Woodwind Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$925
Arbor Lakes ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,027
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1,041

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Jackson, IN

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Jackson area is the $1.10 price per square foot 206 S Main St Model at 206 S Main St, Unit Second Floor in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value East Jackson apartment is the 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath - Hunter's Pond Model at Hunter's Pond starting at $1,325 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
206 S Main St, Unit Second Floor206 S Main St2BR,1BA$1.10
Hunter's Pond2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath - Hunter's Pond2BR,2BA$1.24
Walnut Trails ApartmentsThe Walnut2BR,2BA$1.07
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.10
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1.13
Maple Lane ApartmentsMaple Ridge B1BR,1BA$1.63
Arbor Lakes ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40
The Retreat Apartment Homes1 bd1BR,1BA$1.29
Northway Manor1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.53
Woodwind Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Jackson, Elkhart, IN

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Elkhart, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Indiana including East Jackson, Elkhart, and the greater South Bend area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the East Jackson Neighborhood in Elkhart, IN

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Jackson Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Jackson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Jackson Apartment is $880 at Northway Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Jackson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Jackson is starting from $1,050 at Woodwind Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Retreat Apartment Homes and starts from $1,274.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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