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Elkhart, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elkhart, IN

Pricing Updated: 12/13/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Elkhart$1,467$600107
South Elkhart$1,467$600113

Cheapest Available Elkhart Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elkhart, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at La Casa Estates in the East Jackson neighborhood priced from $620. FARMINGTON HILLS in the Impact neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elkhart apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Casa Estates1/1 Garden,1st&2nd1BR,1BA$620
FARMINGTON HILLS1A1BR,1BA$815
Avalon West Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$818
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$865
20 East ElkhartAirstream1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IN

As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkhart area is the $0.97 price per square foot Three Bedroom Apartment Model at North Lake in the in the Evergreen neighborhood starting from $1,170. The second greatest value Elkhart apartment is the The Whitewater Model at North River Landing Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Bower neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkhart apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
North LakeThree Bedroom Apartment3BR,2BA$0.97
North River Landing ApartmentsThe Whitewater2BR,2BA$1.08
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.15
Arbor Lakes ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.41
Avalon Woods Apartment HomesStyle F2BR,1BA$1.00
Forest Glen Apartments2 BDR2BR,1BA$1.28
Arbors at Riverbend Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$1.20
FARMINGTON HILLS1A1BR,1BA$1.22
Avalon West Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$1.43

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elkhart

What type of rentals are currently available in Elkhart?

There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, IN with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,210. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elkhart ranging from $825 to $3,100.

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 $825 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,597.

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 $1,170 to $3,210, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,467.

Expert Rental Resources

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The Expert List: South Bends 7 Most Livable and Affordable Neighborhoods

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!