Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling South Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $600 (24 Rentals)

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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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20 East Elkhart
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20 East Elkhart

2125 Toledo RdElkhart, IN 46516
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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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Sterling South, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sterling South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sterling South area of South Bend, IN is a Studio unit found at Old Farm Apartments priced from $920. Woodwind Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,179. Here are the most affordable Sterling South apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Old Farm ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$920
Woodwind Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,179
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1,300
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1,399
The DeltaThe Current1BR,1BA$1,665

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling South, IN

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling South area is the $1.61 price per square foot B1 Model at Stonewater at the Riverwalk in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,805. The second greatest value Sterling 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 Sterling South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonewater at the RiverwalkB12BR,2BA$1.61
River Point West2/22BR,2BA$1.61
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1.44
The DeltaThe Cove ADA1BR,1BA$2.19
Woodwind Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.53
Old Farm ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.90

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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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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Sterling South, Elkhart, IN

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Indiana including Sterling South, Elkhart, and the greater South Bend area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling South Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling South Apartment is $1,300 at York Woods Center.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sterling South is starting from $1,179 at Woodwind Apartments.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.