Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling South Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $600 (23 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

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 1 Bed unit found at River Park Villa Apartments priced from $895. The Retreat Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $972. Here are the most affordable Sterling South apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Park Villa ApartmentsRiverside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
The Retreat Apartment Homes1 bd1BR,1BA$972
River Point West1/11BR,1BA$1,163
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1,300
Stonewater at the RiverwalkA11BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling South, IN

As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling South area is the $1.62 price per square foot 2/2 Model at River Point West in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,689. The second greatest value Sterling South 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 Sterling South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River Point West2/22BR,2BA$1.62
York Woods Center1BR/1BA LOFT1BR,1BA$1.44
Stonewater at the RiverwalkA11BR,1BA$1.82
The Retreat Apartment Homes1 bd1BR,1BA$1.37
River Park Villa ApartmentsRiverside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
The DeltaThe IrishStudio ,1BA$2.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sterling South, Elkhart, IN

Ranked #32

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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sterling South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sterling South is at The Delta listed at $1,445.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling South Apartment is $895 at River Park Villa Apartments.

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 $1,425 at York Woods Center.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.