Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southdale Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $500 (24 Rentals)

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119 N 3rd St

ElkhartIN46516

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Carriage House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House

1000 Portsmouth DrElkhart, 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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Southdale, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southdale area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Elkhart Green Apartments priced from $865. Northway Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Southdale apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$865
Northway Manor1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$880
Woodwind Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$925
The Retreat Apartment Homes2 bd2BR,1BA$1,039
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1,041

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdale, IN

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southdale 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 Southdale apartment is the 1/1 Model at River Point West starting at $1,041 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
206 S Main St, Unit Second Floor206 S Main St2BR,1BA$1.10
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1.13
The Retreat Apartment Homes2 bd2BR,1BA$1.14
York Woods CenterCorporate with Loft1BR,1BA$2.08
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$1.20
Northway Manor1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.53
Woodwind Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southdale, Elkhart, IN

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Among neighborhoods in Elkhart, IN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Eastern South Bend. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Southdale Neighborhood in Elkhart, IN

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southdale Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southdale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southdale Apartment is $865 at Elkhart Green Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southdale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southdale is starting from $1,039 at The Retreat Apartment Homes.

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