
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southside Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $427 (37 Rentals)
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2011 S Ironwood Dr, Unit A

1522 Ottawa Ct

Emerson Apartments

1318 Clover St

1826 S Carlisle St

Irish Hills Apartments

2530 Pleasant St

136 E Woodside St
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1416 Miami St

1630 S Jackson St

107 W Fairview Ave

2113 S Meade St

New Heritage Homes

2120 Miami St

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Clear Water MHC

1213 E Fox St
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926 S 33rd St

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614 E Fairview Ave

1534 E Bowman St

1225 Miami St

542 W 4th St

619 Lincolnway E, Unit 5

1311 Montgomery Rd

Ironwood Village
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522 W 6th St, Unit 522

118-120 W 8th St

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Kensard Manor

100 Center Hi-Rise

118 W 8th St

506 E 3rd St

The Avalon

510 Hendricks St
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2411 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 | $1,332 | $650 | $1,740 |
| Outer Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $800 | $1,790 |
| Outer Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $765 | $2,648 |
| Outer Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,165 | $1,513 | $2,818 |
| Outer Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $1,450 | $1,600 |
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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. Ironwood Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. 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 |
| Ironwood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Irish Hills Apartments | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $934 |
| Autumn Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Residences at Belleville Park I and II | The Gallery | 2BR,2BA | $1,110 |
| River 109 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Mill at Ironworks Plaza | A4-4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| The Mill at Ironworks Plaza II | S1 - Phase II | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southside, IN
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southside area is the $1.11 price per square foot The Gallery Model at The Residences at Belleville Park I and II in the in the Rum Village neighborhood starting from $1,110. The second greatest value Outer Southside apartment is the One Bedroom Traditional Model at Autumn Lakes Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,075 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Mishawaka 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 Gallery | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Autumn Lakes Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Ironwood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| River 109 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Irish Hills Apartments | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Mill at Ironworks Plaza | S1 - Phase II | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| The Mill at Ironworks Plaza II | S1 - Phase II | Studio ,1BA | $3.30 |
| Riverwalk Commons- Student Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Emerson Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath 232 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
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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 $1,710.
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 $1,025 at Ironwood Village.
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