
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayden Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $600 (21 Rentals)
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Elkhart Green

401 W Marion St

509 W Franklin St

514 S 5th St

Northway Manor

North River Landing Apartments
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Avalon West Apartment Homes

Forest Glen Apartments

River Park Villa Apartments

647 W Lexington Ave, Unit C

Stonewater at the Riverwalk

Avalon Woods Apartment Homes

400 Aspenwald Ave
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209 S 2nd St

1722 10th St

Fleming Arms Apartments

Water Tower Place

1131 S Main St

Holiday Village - Manufactured Home Community

Four Seasons
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Hayden, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayden Studio Apartments | $1,044 | $605 | $1,445 |
| Hayden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $650 | $2,040 |
| Hayden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $810 | $3,500 |
| Hayden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $940 | $3,174 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hayden Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN.
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Cheapest Available Hayden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayden area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Avalon West Apartment Homes priced from $870. Forest Glen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Hayden apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Northway Manor | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayden, IN
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayden area is the $1.58 price per square foot 2/2 Model at River Point West in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,689. The second greatest value Hayden apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Northway Manor starting at $1,125 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Point West | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Northway Manor | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 2 BDR | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Delta | The Irish | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHayden, Elkhart, IN
Ranked #30
Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hayden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hayden is at The Delta listed at $1,445.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayden Apartment is $870 at Avalon West Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hayden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hayden is starting from $1,010 at Forest Glen Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
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