Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (13 Rentals)

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Hoffman Hotel Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hoffman Hotel Apartments

120 W Lasalle AveSouth Bend, IN 46601
  • Utilities Included

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New Heritage Homes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Heritage Homes

505 E Broadway StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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South Central, South Bend, IN Local Guide

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. Robertson's Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $970. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy on MainStudioStudio,1BA$800
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$970
Central High & Stephenson Mills ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,099
Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1,475
300 East Apartments350 - 111BR,1BA$1,489

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, IN

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $2.44 price per square foot 350 - 06 Model at 300 East Apartments in the in the Keller Park neighborhood starting from $2,640. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the Waveland Model at The Ivy at Berlin Place starting at $1,634 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Keller Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
300 East Apartments350 - 062BR,2BA$2.44
The Ivy at Berlin PlaceWaveland2BR,2BA$1.58
1032 E Wayne St, Unit 323 S. Eddy - 2nd floor apartment1032 E Wayne St1BR,1BA$1.38
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Legacy on MainStudioStudio ,1BA$1.10
Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 700 sqft1BR,1BA$2.11
The Hill1G1BR,1BA$2.47
Central High & Stephenson Mills ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$2.18

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From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Central, South Bend, IN

Ranked #26

Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central?

The cheapest apartment in South Central is Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in South Central costs $2,989.

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 17 regular apartments in South Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Expert List: South Bends 7 Most Livable and Affordable Neighborhoods

Written by: Chad Deitchley

As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for South Bend, Indiana I am happy to help you find an affordable place to live in this surprisingly vibrant and extremely livable city.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.