
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southdale Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $605 (36 Rentals)
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La Casa Estates

601 W Franklin St

419 W Marion St

417 Middlebury St

509 W Franklin St

325 Harrison St

509 W Marion St

420 Middlebury St
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508 W Marion St

Farmington Hills

Old Farm Apartments

River Park Villa Apartments

920 Fulton St

520 W Marion St

2219 Bel Air Dr
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915 S Main St, Unit 101

Stonewater at the Riverwalk

Williamsburg on the Lake

Fleming Arms Apartments

Carriage House

Overlook

Ridgewood Apartments

Water Tower Place

Autumn Court Apartments
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520 Sherman St

711 McDonald St

514 W Marion St

310 Division St

512 W Marion St

Woodwind Apartments

121-123 S Main St

328-330 W Marion St

719 W Cleveland Ave
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Southdale, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southdale Studio Apartments | $893 | $605 | $1,635 |
| Southdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,091 | $650 | $2,040 |
| Southdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $650 | $2,974 |
| Southdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $940 | $3,174 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southdale Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN.
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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 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 Southdale apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overlook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $719 |
| Farmington Hills | 1B | 1BR, 1BA | $870 |
| Old Farm Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $878 |
| 310 Division St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $925 |
| Elkhart Green | 2BR/1BA Townhouse | 2BR, 1BA | $1,030 |
| Woodwind Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,069 |
| North River Landing Apartments | The Bayou | 2BR, 2BA | $1,100 |
| 328-330 W Marion St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,205 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR, 1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdale, IN
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southdale area is the $0.63 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Townhouse Model at Elkhart Green in the Hayden neighborhood starting from $1,030. The second greatest value Southdale apartment is the 1/1 Model at River Point West in the East Jackson neighborhood starting at $1,371 with a $1.48 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart Green | 2BR/1BA Townhouse | 2BR, 1BA | $0.63 |
| River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.48 |
| North River Landing Apartments | The Bayou | 2BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR, 1BA | $1.44 |
| The Delta | The Cove ADA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.19 |
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.62 |
| Overlook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Farmington Hills | 1B | 1BR, 1BA | $1.58 |
| Woodwind Apartments | 1x1 Upgrade | 1BR, 1BA | $2.03 |
| Old Farm Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1.84 |
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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 $719 at Overlook.
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 $925 at 310 Division St.
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