
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Park Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the River Park area of South Bend.


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412 N William St

The Jefferson

Harter Heights Place

The LaSalle
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River Park, South Bend, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Park Studio Apartments | $1,193 | $725 | $1,737 |
| River Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $530 | $2,534 |
| River Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $750 | $3,128 |
| River Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,673 | $1,225 | $4,377 |
| River Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,519 | $2,800 | $6,238 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Park Neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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Cheapest Available River Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Park area of South Bend, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Robertson's Senior Apartments priced from $750. Cedar Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable River Park apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robertson's Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Cedar Crest Apartments | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Legacy on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Regency Apartments | Two Bedroom One and a Half Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Jefferson | The Providence | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Pin Oak Manor Apartments | BB | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Addison on Main | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,053 |
| The Hill | SD | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Park, IN
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Park area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1139 Model at Aurum in the in the Council Oak neighborhood starting from $1,649. The second greatest value River Park apartment is the 2 bed, 2 bath Model at Runaway Bay starting at $1,290 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurum | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1139 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Runaway Bay | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| 1032 E Wayne St, Unit 323 S. Eddy - 2nd floor apartment | 1032 E Wayne St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Robertson's Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Legacy on Main | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Addison on Main | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Pin Oak Manor Apartments | BB | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Regency Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 528 W 4th St | 528 W 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in River Park, South Bend, IN
Jefferson Traditional School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in River Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in River Park is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River Park?
The cheapest apartment in River Park is Cedar Crest Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in River Park costs $30,693.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River Park?
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 50 regular apartments in River Park 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 River Park?
Cheap apartments in River Park have an average cost of $1,265 which is $29,428 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River Park.
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