
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $500 (23 Rentals)
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Elkhart Green Apartments

415 N 2nd St

607 W Marion St
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119 N 3rd St

601 W Franklin St

Avalon West Apartment Homes

327 Harrison St

313 Gross St
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North River Landing Apartments

524 W High St
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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 | $836 | $550 | $1,133 |
First 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,068 | $600 | $2,075 |
First 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $750 | $2,765 |
First 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $895 | $2,965 |
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There are currently 23 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 1 Bed unit found at Avalon West Apartment Homes priced from $754. Elkhart Green Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. 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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Avalon West Apartment Homes | 1B/1B-Up | 1BR,1BA | $754 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Northway Manor | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Woodwind Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First, IN
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the First area is the $1.13 price per square foot 1/1 Model at River Point West in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,041. The second greatest value First apartment is the Corporate with Loft Model at York Woods Center starting at $1,875 with a $2.08 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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River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
York Woods Center | Corporate with Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Maple Lane Apartments | Maple Ridge B | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Old Farm Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Avalon West Apartment Homes | 1B/1B-Up | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Northway Manor | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Woodwind Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFirst, Elkhart, IN
Ranked #32
Among neighborhoods in Elkhart, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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 $754 at Avalon West Apartment Homes.
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 $1,050 at Woodwind Apartments.
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