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Legacy on Main
125 W Marion StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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Irish Hills Apartments
4245 Irish Hills DrSouth Bend, IN 46614
533 Columbia St
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624 W Lasalle Ave
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542 N Scott St
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Hickory Village Apartments
4312 Hickory RdMishawaka, IN 46545
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South Central, South Bend, IN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $1,357 | $800 | $2,140 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $823 | $2,886 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,119 | $1,002 | $3,799 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $1,698 | $4,230 |
| South Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $1,195 | $1,399 |
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of South Bend, IN is a Studio unit found at Legacy on Main priced from $800. Hickory Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $823. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $823 |
| Prosper | Regency | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| The LaSalle | Michiana | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| River Shore Apartments | Shoreline | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, IN
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.65 price per square foot 320 W Madison St Model at 320 W Madison St, Unit A in the in the Keller Park neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at The Bend Apartments - Student Housing starting at $649 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 320 W Madison St, Unit A | 320 W Madison St | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| The Bend Apartments - Student Housing | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Legacy on Main | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Irish Hills Apartments | Seville Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| The LaSalle | Brandywine | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| River Shore Apartments | Riverfront | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 700 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Prosper | Regency | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Best Local Schools in South Central, South Bend, IN
Rise Up Academy At Eggleston
South Bend Community Sch Corp
Public School - Grades 9-12 (187)
1 out of 10
Jefferson Traditional School
South Bend Community Sch Corp
Public School - Grades 6-8 (516)
3 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central is under $1,530.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central?
The cheapest apartment in South Central is Hickory Village Apartments which is listed at $823, while the average apartment in South Central costs $3,151.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central?
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 64 regular apartments in South Central 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 South Central?
Cheap apartments in South Central have an average cost of $1,302 which is $1,849 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central.
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