
Apartments for Rent in the First Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN (78 Rentals)


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Elkhart Green

134 Goshen Ave

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107 W Lexington Ave, Unit 107 West Lexington Avenue

901 W Beardsley Ave, Unit A

524 W Beardsley Ave, Unit 524

647 W Lexington Ave, Unit A

1438 Kilbourn St

237 W Garfield Ave

1722 10th St

509 W Franklin St
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323 Sherman St

401 W Marion St

514 S 5th St

1240 Okema St

707 W Cleveland Ave

601 W Wolf Ave

520 Sherman St

56565 Lantz Blvd

400 Aspenwald Ave

1401 S Main St
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1324 Canton St

201 Nadel Ave

28158 La Rue St

1164 Bresseau St

621 W Marion St

616 W High St

424-428 W Lexington Ave

220 W Jackson Blvd

2735 Old Us 20 W

209 N 2nd St
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130 N 2nd St

210 N 2nd St

118 Division St

117-121 Division St

132 State St

147 Division St

418 N 2nd St

204 Middlebury St

107 W Garfield Ave

201-203 Division St
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First, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in First?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Studio Apartments | $835 | $605 | $1,194 |
| First 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $650 | $2,040 |
| First 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $810 | $3,655 |
| First 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $940 | $3,174 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in First?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,051 | $810 | $1,295 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,627 | $995 | $2,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,635 | $1,320 | $1,950 |
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Luxury Living Rating
First has a reputation as one of our favorite luxury communities in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about First
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the First area of Elkhart, IN?
As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 78 available First apartments priced from $605 to $3,655, with an average monthly rent of $1,162.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom First Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in First ranges from $650 to $2,040 with an average monthly rent of $1,115.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in First cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in First range from $810 to $3,655. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,368.
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