Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $800 (18 Rentals)

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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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$750
Legacy on MainStudioStudio,1BA$800
Hickory Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$848
The JeffersonThe Providence1BR,1BA$995
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsBB2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, IN

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.32 price per square foot 2 bed, 2 bath Model at Runaway Bay in the in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood starting from $1,315. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 1032 E Wayne St Model at 1032 E Wayne St, Unit 323 S. Eddy - 2nd floor apartment starting at $1,350 with a $1.38 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Runaway Bay2 bed, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.32
1032 E Wayne St, Unit 323 S. Eddy - 2nd floor apartment1032 E Wayne St1BR,1BA$1.38
Legacy on MainTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
University ParkTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.46
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
The 872BR/2BA - B22BR,2BA$1.53
Irish Row2X22BR,2BA$1.01
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsBB2BR,1BA$1.38
The JeffersonThe Pennsylvania1BR,1BA$1.61
528 W 4th St528 W 4th St1BR,1BA$1.16

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Central

What type of rentals are currently available in East Central?

There are currently 133 Apartments for Rent in East Central, IN with pricing that ranges from $530 to $30,693. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central ranging from $850 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 $850 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,879.

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 $1,145 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,010 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $949.

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