
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Council Oak Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $500 (9 Rentals)
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1128 Portage Ave, Unit Zzz priv entry/ priv bath
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Council Oak, South Bend, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Council Oak?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council Oak Studio Apartments | $1,467 | $1,050 | $1,737 |
| Council Oak 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $850 | $2,550 |
| Council Oak 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $945 | $3,150 |
| Council Oak 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $780 | $4,377 |
| Council Oak 4 Bedroom Apartments | $599 | $599 | $599 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Council Oak Neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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Cheapest Available Council Oak Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Council Oak area of South Bend, IN is a Studio unit found at Harter Heights Place priced from $1,050. The Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Council Oak apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harter Heights Place | Scotsman | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Hill | SD | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Hurwich Farms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Oak, IN
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Council Oak area is the $1.42 price per square foot 1132 Portage Ave Model at 1132 Portage Ave, Unit NotreDame BeaconRiverwalk in the in the Council Oak neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Council Oak apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1139 Model at Aurum starting at $1,649 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Council Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Council Oak apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1132 Portage Ave, Unit NotreDame BeaconRiverwalk | 1132 Portage Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Aurum | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1139 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath- 1032 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Hurwich Farms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 1128 Portage Ave, Unit Zzz priv entry/ priv bath | 1128 Portage Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Riverside North Apartments | Niagra | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Harter Heights Place | Commander | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Hill | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Five Corners | Anderson | Studio ,1BA | $3.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Council Oak Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Council Oak?
The cheapest apartment in Council Oak is Hurwich Farms Apartments which is listed at $1,205, while the average apartment in Council Oak costs $1,437.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Council Oak?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 29 regular apartments in Council Oak that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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