
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southside Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (41 Rentals)
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Irish Hills Apartments

1826 S Carlisle St, Unit 1603

1425 Miami St

501 E Irvington Ave

1006 S 35th St

2113 S Meade St

924 E Chippewa Ave
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215 E Donald St, Unit 205

136 E Woodside St

909 E Bowman St, Unit 8

829 E Dayton St

1165 E Indiana Ave

1806 S Taylor St, Unit 717

1922 Catalpa St, Unit 13202

919 S 25th St
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Northshore Apartments

Clear Water MHC

924 E Chippewa Ave

1213 E Donald St

1909 Swygart Ave

1901 Swygart Ave

922 Ridgedale Rd
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317 E Indiana Ave

2002 Catalpa St

3423 Woldhaven Dr

1729 E Calvert St

216 S Race St

516 W 3rd St

Ironwood Village

838 E 3rd St
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1202 W 7th St

Autumn Lakes Apartments and Townhomes

722 S Spring St

River 109

Mill at Ironworks Plaza

Kensard Manor

100 Center Hi-Rise

The Avalon
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2804 Delaware St
Outer Southside, South Bend, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Southside Studio Apartments | $1,413 | $950 | $1,640 |
| Outer Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $650 | $2,200 |
| Outer Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $800 | $3,112 |
| Outer Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $1,225 | $3,316 |
| Outer Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,232 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Southside Neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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Cheapest Available Outer Southside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southside area of South Bend, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Emerson Apartments priced from $850. 100 Center Hi-Rise has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $861. Here are the most affordable Outer Southside apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath 238 SF | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 100 Center Hi-Rise | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $861 |
| Irish Hills Apartments | Standard One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $894 |
| Mill at Ironworks Plaza | A1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Mill at Ironworks Plaza II | S1 - Phase II | Studio,1BA | $1,408 |
| Autumn Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,2BA | $1,424 |
| The Residences at Belleville Park I and II | The Manor | 4BR,2BA | $1,800 |
| 1211 W 6th St | B | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southside, IN
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southside area is the $1.32 price per square foot The Manor Model at The Residences at Belleville Park I and II in the in the Rum Village neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Outer Southside apartment is the 1912 Miami St Model at 1912 Miami St, Unit 1910 starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Belleville Park I and II | The Manor | 4BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 1912 Miami St, Unit 1910 | 1912 Miami St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| 1211 W 6th St | B | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Autumn Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Riverwalk Commons- Student Housing | Three Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 100 Center Hi-Rise | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Irish Hills Apartments | Standard One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Mill at Ironworks Plaza | S1 - Phase II | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
| The Mill at Ironworks Plaza II | S1 - Phase II | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
| Emerson Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 324 SF | 1BR,1BA | $4.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Southside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Southside is at Mill at Ironworks Plaza listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southside Apartment is $850 at Emerson Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Southside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Southside is starting from $1,148 at Irish Hills Apartments.
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