
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central South Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $300 (32 Rentals)
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611 W Marion St

415 N 2nd St

427 W Marion St

725 Harrison St

313 Gross St

514 S 5th St

647 W Lexington Ave
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327 Harrison St

509 W Franklin St

Avalon West Apartment Homes

516 10th St

Northway Manor

North River Landing Apartments

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Elkhart Green Apartments
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1217 1/2 E Jackson Blvd

River Park Villa Apartments

Williamsburg on the Lake

Fleming Arms Apartments

Carriage House

Ridgewood Apartments

Ashton Pines
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Water Tower Place

Holiday Village - Manufactured Home Community

Autumn Court Apartments

20 East Elkhart

Maple Court Place

Woodhaven Apartments

Cobus Green

Roxbury Park
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Outer Central South, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Central South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Central South Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $600 | $2,220 |
| Outer Central South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $620 | $2,150 |
| Outer Central South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $770 | $3,510 |
| Outer Central South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $1,200 | $3,710 |
| Outer Central South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $1,467 | $1,467 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Central South Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN.
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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 Studio unit found at La Casa Estates priced from $575. Avalon West Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $818. Here are the most affordable Outer Central South apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Casa Estates | Studio Small | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $818 |
| Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Arbors at Riverbend Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Avalon Woods Apartment Homes | Style F | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Old Farm Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,098 |
| Northway Manor | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Woodwind Apartments | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| GREENLEAF | 2 bed 2 bath 1200 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central South, IN
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Central South area is the $1.03 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath 1200 sq ft Model at GREENLEAF in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,235. The second greatest value Outer Central South 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 Outer Central South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREENLEAF | 2 bed 2 bath 1200 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| North River Landing Apartments | The Whitewater | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Arbor Lakes Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Avalon Woods Apartment Homes | Style F | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Northway Manor | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Arbors at Riverbend Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Elkhart Green Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Old Farm Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter Central South, Elkhart, IN
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer Central South, Elkhart, IN
Concord West Side Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Central South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Central South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Central South is under $1,235.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Central South?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Central South is La Casa Estates which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Outer Central South costs $1,467.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Central South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Outer Central South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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