
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Central Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN from $400 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Central area of Elkhart.


La Casa Estates

Elkhart Green

401 W Marion St

509 W Franklin St

514 S 5th St
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604 Middlebury St

1464 Hudson St

FARMINGTON HILLS

North River Landing Apartments

Avalon West Apartment Homes

River Park Villa Apartments
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Forest Glen Apartments

Old Farm Apartments

647 W Lexington Ave, Unit C

Stonewater at the Riverwalk

400 Aspenwald Ave

209 S 2nd St
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Williamsburg on the Lake

Fleming Arms Apartments

Carriage House

Ridgewood Apartments

Water Tower Place

1131 S Main St
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Four Seasons
West Central, Elkhart, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Central Studio Apartments | $1,020 | $495 | $1,445 |
| West Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $650 | $2,040 |
| West Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $810 | $3,500 |
| West Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $940 | $3,174 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Central Neighborhood of Elkhart, IN.
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Cheapest Available West Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Central area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Avalon West Apartment Homes priced from $870. Forest Glen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable West Central apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Old Farm Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,118 |
| River Point West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Delta | The Irish | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | 2BTH | 2BR,3BA | $2,935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central, IN
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Central area is the $1.39 price per square foot 2BTH Model at Stonewater at the Riverwalk in the in the East Jackson neighborhood starting from $2,935. The second greatest value West Central apartment is the 2/2 Model at River Point West starting at $1,689 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the East Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonewater at the Riverwalk | 2BTH | 2BR,3BA | $1.39 |
| River Point West | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| York Woods Center | 1BR/1BA LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Old Farm Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Delta | The Irish | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
| Avalon West Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Central is at The Delta listed at $1,445.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Central Apartment is $870 at Avalon West Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Central is starting from $1,118 at Old Farm Apartments.
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