
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown South Bend Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (44 Rentals)
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602 E Dayton St

Robertson's Senior Apartments

Gemini Apartments

533 Columbia St

604 E South St

Emerson Apartments

422 Studebaker St
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906 N Adams St

Harter Heights Place

1425 Miami St

1428 Kessler Blvd

919 E Calvert St

129 N St Louis Blvd

The Ivy at Berlin Place

1160 E Indiana Ave
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The Soma Lofts

The Lasalle Apartments

532 Blaine Ave

Five Corners

Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments

Aurum

1032 Allen St, Unit 1032

1505 Leer St
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Historic Rushton Senior Apartments

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Northshore Apartments

Monroe Park Apartments

1022 Woodward Ave
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*Inactive* Legacy on Main

502 N Arthur St

1210 Cedar St

542 N Scott St

Elthan Place

1125 E Calvert St

Colfax Hill

The Hill
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1409 E Dubail Ave

611 E Bronson St

1211 E Donald St

925 Cedar St
Downtown South Bend, South Bend, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown South Bend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown South Bend Studio Apartments | $1,264 | $700 | $1,750 |
| Downtown South Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $725 | $2,534 |
| Downtown South Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,189 | $750 | $3,175 |
| Downtown South Bend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $1,200 | $4,377 |
| Downtown South Bend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown South Bend Neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown South Bend Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown South Bend area of South Bend, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Robertson's Senior Apartments priced from $750. Emerson Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown South Bend apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robertson's Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Emerson Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath 238 SF | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| *Inactive* Legacy on Main | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Hill | SD | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Soma Lofts | The Incubator | Studio,1BA | $1,152 |
| The Lasalle Apartments | The Michiana | 1BR,1BA | $1,154 |
| Five Corners | Anderson | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Liberty Tower Residences | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,214 |
| 300 East Apartments | 350 - 08 | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown South Bend, IN
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown South Bend area is the $1.08 price per square foot 1912 Miami St Model at 1912 Miami St, Unit 1910 in the in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Downtown South Bend apartment is the B6 Model at Stephenson Mills starting at $1,499 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Keller Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown South Bend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 Miami St, Unit 1910 | 1912 Miami St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Stephenson Mills | B6 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1032 E Wayne St, Unit 323 S. Eddy - 2nd floor apartment | 1032 E Wayne St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Harter Heights Place | Avanti | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Robertson's Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| *Inactive* Legacy on Main | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 700 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| The Lasalle Apartments | The Le Bleu | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Soma Lofts | The Incubator | Studio ,1BA | $2.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown South Bend Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown South Bend?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown South Bend is at Harter Heights Place listed at $1,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown South Bend Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown South Bend Apartment is $850 at Emerson Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown South Bend Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown South Bend is starting from $750 at Robertson's Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown South Bend Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown South Bend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 300 East Apartments and starts from $2,799.
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