Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $500 (20 Rentals)
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Elkhart Green Apartments

415 N 2nd St

607 W Marion St

Old Farm Apartments

Avalon West Apartment Homes

327 Harrison St

313 Gross St

FARMINGTON HILLS

River Park Villa Apartments
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647 W Lexington Ave

North River Landing Apartments

323 Sherman St

Woodwind Apartments

723 W Marion St

Holiday Village - Manufactured Home Community
First, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in First?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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First Studio Apartments | $845 | $550 | $1,140 |
First 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,049 | $600 | $2,075 |
First 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $770 | $2,595 |
First 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $895 | $2,795 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the First Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN.
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Cheapest Available First Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the First area of South Bend, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at La Casa Estates priced from $770. FARMINGTON HILLS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable First apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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La Casa Estates | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
FARMINGTON HILLS | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Ridgewood Elkhart LLC | Hampton | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Woodwind Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First, IN
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the First area is the $0.58 price per square foot 119 N 6th St Model at 119 N 6th St, Unit Duplex 2 in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value First apartment is the 2bd/2bath Model at 121-123 S Main St starting at $1,150 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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119 N 6th St, Unit Duplex 2 | 119 N 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.58 |
121-123 S Main St | 2bd/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
GREENLEAF | 2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
North River Landing Apartments | The Brook | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Maple Lane Apartments | Maple Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
La Casa Estates | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Ridgewood Elkhart LLC | Hampton | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Woodwind Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFirst, Elkhart, IN
Ranked #30
Among neighborhoods in Elkhart, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the First Neighborhood in Elkhart, IN
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom First Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom First Apartment is $800 at FARMINGTON HILLS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom First Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in First is starting from $770 at La Casa Estates.
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