
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown South Bend Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (29 Rentals)
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510 S St Joseph St

Robertson's Senior Apartments

508 S St Joseph St

Emerson Apartments

604 E South St

1614 Sibley Ave
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1033 Oak St

1911 Clyde St

Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments

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Harter Heights Place

1525 N Adams St

411 Studebaker St

Hoffman Hotel Apartments
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Legacy on Main
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1136 King St

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1428 Kessler Blvd

1707 W Sample St

Elthan Place

1503 Hermosa Pl

219 E Fox St
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1706 Caroline 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 | $1,277 | $725 | $1,737 |
| Downtown South Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $649 | $2,534 |
| Downtown South Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $750 | $3,175 |
| Downtown South Bend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $1,400 | $4,377 |
| Downtown South Bend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,135 | $2,600 | $5,671 |
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There are currently 29 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. Legacy on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. 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 |
| Legacy on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Emerson Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath 238 SF | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Hill | SD | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Soma Lofts | The Incubator | Studio,1BA | $1,152 |
| The Lasalle Apartments | The Le Bleu | 1BR,1BA | $1,157 |
| Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Aurum | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Liberty Tower Residences | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,214 |
| Five Corners | Anderson | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown South Bend, IN
As of February 25, 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 Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.82 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 |
| Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments | B6 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Ivy at Berlin Place | Waveland | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| 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 |
| Legacy on Main | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 700 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Aurum | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| The Lasalle Apartments | The Le Bleu | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown South Bend, South Bend, IN
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown South Bend Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown South Bend?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown South Bend is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown South Bend?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown South Bend is Emerson Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Downtown South Bend costs $27,903.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown South Bend?
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 47 regular apartments in Downtown South Bend that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown South Bend?
Cheap apartments in Downtown South Bend have an average cost of $1,528 which is $26,375 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown South Bend.
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