
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Michigan City, IN from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Normandy Village Apartments

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Michigan City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Michigan City Studio Apartments | $1,033 | $909 | $1,251 |
| Cheap Michigan City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $837 | $2,025 |
| Cheap Michigan City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $987 | $4,412 |
| Cheap Michigan City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,194 | $3,301 |
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Cheapest Available Michigan City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Michigan City, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Normandy Village Apartments in the Brinkmans neighborhood priced from $895. Roselawn Apartments in the Downtown La Porte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Michigan City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandy Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Roselawn Apartments | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 1Bed-1br 790 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $937 |
| Woodland Crossing | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC | Courts one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Coolspring Estates Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Fox Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,004 |
| State Place Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Superior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Hidden Harbor Villas | The Bay | 2BR,1BA | $1,197 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Michigan City, IN
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Michigan City area is the $1.27 price per square foot Two Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Lake Pointe Apartment Homes in the in the Garyton neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Michigan City apartment is the 3bedth Model at Covington Square starting at $1,725 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Porter County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Michigan City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Pointe Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Covington Square | 3bedth | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| The Fields of New Durham Apartment Homes | 2C Pond | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC | Courts two bedroom upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Superior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Chandana Pointe Apartments | The Tuscany | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 1Bed-1br 790 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Fox Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Woodland Crossing | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Roselawn Apartments | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Michigan City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Michigan City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Michigan City Apartment is $895 at Normandy Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Michigan City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Michigan City is starting from $1,070 at The Courts and Royal Oaks Apartments LLC.
What is the most affordable Michigan City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Michigan City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hidden Harbor Villas and starts from $1,487.
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