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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, KS and Nearby

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elkhart area is the $1.06 price per square foot C3-60% Model at Reserves at Brookside in the starting from $1,262. The second greatest value Elkhart apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Cottonwood Apartment Homes starting at $985 with a $0.95 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkhart apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Reserves at BrooksideC3-60%3BR,2BA$1.06
Cottonwood Apartment Homes3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Westfield Apartment Homes3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.90
1413 Hennessey St, Unit 1271413 Hennessey St1BR,1BA$0.94
1415 Hennessey St, Unit 231415 Hennessey St2BR,1BA$0.85
1401 Hennessey St, Unit 421401 Hennessey St1BR,1BA$0.80
Jefferson Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.86
102 N 9th St, Unit A102 N 9th St2BR,1BA$1.10
Oasis CoveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
Schneider House1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elkhart

What type of rentals are currently available in Elkhart?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Elkhart, KS with pricing that ranges from $406 to $1,362. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elkhart ranging from $550 to $1,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elkhart?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elkhart ranges from $550 to $1,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,084.

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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