Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central South Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $400 (44 Rentals)

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Carriage House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House

1000 Portsmouth DrElkhart, IN 46517
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Overlook
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Overlook

58720 Vista BlvdElkhart, IN 46517
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Water Tower Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Water Tower Place

320 La Salle StElkhart, IN 46516
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Autumn Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Court Apartments

2619 Decamp AveElkhart, IN 46517
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Ashton Pines
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ashton Pines

4353 Balsam Fir LnElkhart, IN 46517
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20 East Elkhart
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20 East Elkhart

2125 Toledo RdElkhart, IN 46516
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Four Seasons
3 Bedroom Apartments

Four Seasons

2937 Mallow StElkhart, IN 46514
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121-123 S Main St
2 Bedroom Apartments

121-123 S Main St

121 S Main StElkhart, IN 46516
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Maple Court Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Court Place

2932 Elkhart RdGoshen, IN 46526
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Woodhaven Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodhaven Apartments

2414 W Clinton StGoshen, IN 46526
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Cobus Green
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cobus Green

54152 Ash RdOsceola, IN 46561
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Roxbury Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Roxbury Park

403 Post RdGoshen, IN 46526
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Brookside Manor
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Brookside Manor

61108 County Road 17Goshen, IN 46526
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Aspen Meadows
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Meadows

1227 Briarwood BlvdGoshen, IN 46526
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Outer Central South, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Central South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Central South area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Overlook priced from $719. Farmington Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here are the most affordable Outer Central South apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Overlook1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$719
Farmington Hills1B1BR,1BA$870
Avalon West Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$870
Old Farm ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$878
Forest Glen Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$895
Arbors at Riverbend Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,139
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,2BA$1,175
Woodwind Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1,239
Flats at PinecreekThe Starling1BR,1BA$1,256
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central South, IN

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Central South area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Arbors at Riverbend Apartments in the in the Outer Central South neighborhood starting from $1,320. The second greatest value Outer Central South apartment is the 2/2 Model at River Point West starting at $1,689 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Central South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arbors at Riverbend Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.14
River Point West2/22BR,2BA$1.61
GREENLEAF2 bed 2 bath 1000 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.18
Woodwind Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.32
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1.44
Flats at PinecreekThe Starling1BR,1BA$1.66
Forest Glen Apartments2 BDR2BR,1BA$1.35
Overlook1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Avalon West Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$1.52
Farmington Hills1B1BR,1BA$1.58

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Elkhart. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Central South Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central South Apartment is $719 at Overlook.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Central South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Central South is starting from $857 at Overlook.

What is the most affordable Outer Central South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Central South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Overlook and starts from $982.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in South Bend, IN

Written by: Wendy Melton

If Indiana is a central hub for the Midwest, South Bend is one of its strongest connectors, especially where education is concerned.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.