Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southdale Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $600 (27 Rentals)

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415 N 2nd St

ElkhartIN46516

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property at 516 10th St

516 10th St

ElkhartIN46516
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920 Fulton St

ElkhartIN46514

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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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Autumn Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Court Apartments

2619 Decamp AveElkhart, IN 46517
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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 La Casa Estates priced from $620. FARMINGTON HILLS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable Southdale apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Casa Estates1/1 Garden,1st&2nd1BR,1BA$620
FARMINGTON HILLS1A1BR,1BA$815
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$865
Old Farm ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$905
Stonewater at the RiverwalkA11BR,1BA$1,180
The DeltaThe ScribeStudio,1BA$1,250
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1,300
North River Landing ApartmentsThe Whitewater2BR,2BA$1,300
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1,342

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southdale, IN

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southdale area is the $1.08 price per square foot The Whitewater Model at North River Landing Apartments in the in the Bower neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Southdale apartment is the 1BR/1BA LOFT Model at York Woods Center starting at $1,300 with a $1.44 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.
North River Landing ApartmentsThe Whitewater2BR,2BA$1.08
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1.44
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1.64
Stonewater at the RiverwalkA11BR,1BA$1.53
Elkhart Green Apartments11BR,1BA$1.20
The DeltaThe ArtistStudio ,1BA$2.46
Old Farm ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
FARMINGTON HILLS1A1BR,1BA$1.22
La Casa Estates2/1 Garden,1st&2nd2BR,1BA$1.48

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southdale, Elkhart, IN

Ranked #31

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southdale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southdale is at The Delta listed at $1,250.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southdale Apartment is $620 at La Casa Estates.

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 $770 at La Casa Estates.

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

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for South Bend, Indiana I am happy to help you find an affordable place to live in this surprisingly vibrant and extremely livable city.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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!