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234 E Grove St

926 S 33rd St
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227 Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr

425 W Lawrence St

415 Middlebury St

3306 E Mishawaka Ave

102 S Michigan St
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1109 Ann St

428 S 28th St

302 Stone Creek Dr
Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elkhart?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elkhart 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,270 | $995 | $1,895 |
Elkhart 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,603 | $1,200 | $2,400 |
Elkhart 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,891 | $1,500 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elkhart, IN
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Elkhart, IN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elkhart Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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North Elkhart | $1,466 | $550 | 90 |
South Elkhart | $1,466 | $550 | 96 |
Cheapest Available Elkhart Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elkhart, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Avalon West Apartment Homes in the Bower neighborhood priced from $754. North Lake in the Evergreen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $857. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elkhart apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Avalon West Apartment Homes | 1B/1B-Up | 1BR,1BA | $754 |
North Lake | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $857 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
The Retreat Apartment Homes | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
Northway Manor | 1 Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IN and Nearby
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkhart 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 Elkhart 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 Elkhart apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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206 S Main St, Unit Second Floor | 206 S Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Hunter's Pond | 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath - Hunter's Pond | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Walnut Trails Apartments | The Walnut | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
GREENLEAF | 2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
North Lake | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Arbors at Riverbend Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Retreat Apartment Homes | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Avalon West Apartment Homes | 1B/1B-Up | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elkhart
What type of rentals are currently available in Elkhart?
There are currently 103 Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IN with pricing that ranges from $550 to $3,841. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elkhart ranging from $600 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elkhart?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elkhart ranges from $600 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,581.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elkhart?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elkhart range from $895 to $2,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,466.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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