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Robertson's Senior Apartments
211 S Michigan StSouth Bend, IN 46601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (31 Rentals)
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Gemini Apartments
617 W Washington StSouth Bend, IN 46601
533 Columbia St
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Legacy on Main
125 W Marion StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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Prosper
3001 E Jefferson BlvdSouth Bend, IN 46615
624 W Lasalle Ave
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Grey Ridge Apartments LLC
3012 E Edison RdSouth Bend, IN 46615
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Harter Heights Place
716 N Niles AveSouth Bend, IN 46617
412 N William St
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303 W Lawrence St, Unit C
303 W Lawrence StMishawaka, IN 46545
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Whispering Pines
806 Green Pine CtMishawaka, IN 46545
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4312 Hickory RdMishawaka, IN 46545
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Pin Oak Manor Apartments
121 Pin Oak CirMishawaka, IN 46545
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Runaway Bay
302 Runaway Bay CirMishawaka, IN 46545
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The Element @ St Andrews
3902 Saint Andrews CirMishawaka, IN 46545
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East Central, South Bend, IN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Studio Apartments | $1,152 | $509 | $2,140 |
| East Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $649 | $2,906 |
| East Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $750 | $3,145 |
| East Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,623 | $750 | $5,970 |
| East Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $949 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available East Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Pin Oak Manor Apartments priced from $780. Legacy on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pin Oak Manor Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Legacy on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $818 |
| Prosper | The Pennsylvania | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Grey Ridge Apartments LLC | Horseshoe | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Harter Heights Place | Scotsman | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The LaSalle | Michiana | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| The Element @ St Andrews | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, IN
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1277 Model at Aurum in the in the Council Oak neighborhood starting from $1,649. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at The Bend Apartments - Student Housing starting at $749 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Aurum | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1277 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| The Bend Apartments - Student Housing | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| University Park | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Legacy on Main | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 303 W Lawrence St, Unit C | 303 W Lawrence St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Pin Oak Manor Apartments | B | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Element @ St Andrews | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Grey Ridge Apartments LLC | Horseshoe | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Prosper | The Providence | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Riverwalk Commons- Student Housing | Three Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $0.96 |
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Getting Around the East Central Neighborhood in South Bend, IN
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Central is under $1,244.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Central?
The cheapest apartment in East Central is Pin Oak Manor Apartments which is listed at $780, while the average apartment in East Central costs $5,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Central?
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 53 regular apartments in East Central 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 East Central?
Cheap apartments in East Central have an average cost of $972 which is $4,128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Central.
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