Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $800 (12 Rentals)

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2808 Hickory Rd

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East Central, South Bend, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central area of South Bend, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Robertson's Senior Apartments priced from $750. Pin Oak Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$750
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$815
The Jefferson ApartmentsThe Standard Providence1BR,1BA$829
Emerson Apartments1 bed 1 bath 238 SF1BR,1BA$850
100 Center Hi-Rise1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$861

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, IN

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $0.88 price per square foot 402 W Washington St Model at 402 W Washington St, Unit Historic Downtown 3rd Floor Apartment in the in the Keller Park neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1299 Model at Aurum starting at $1,749 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Council Oak neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
402 W Washington St, Unit Historic Downtown 3rd Floor Apartment402 W Washington St1BR,1BA$0.88
Aurum2 Bedroom 2 Bath 12992BR,2BA$1.35
Grey Ridge ApartmentsMoccasin2BR,1.5BA$1.12
1032 E Wayne St, Unit 323 S. Eddy - 2nd floor apartment1032 E Wayne St1BR,1BA$1.38
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
Irish Row2X22BR,2BA$1.09
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsBB2BR,1BA$1.38
The Jefferson ApartmentsThe Signature Pennsylvania1BR,1BA$1.58
Riverwalk Commons- Student HousingThree Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
100 Center Hi-Rise1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Central

What type of rentals are currently available in East Central?

There are currently 139 Apartments for Rent in East Central, IN with pricing that ranges from $725 to $4,800. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central ranging from $895 to $4,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central ranges from $895 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,616.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Central range from $790 to $4,377, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,045 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $949.

Expert Rental Resources

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