Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside South Bend Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (53 Rentals)

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$900 - $1,200

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1020 Emerson Ave

South BendIN46615

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Hoffman Hotel Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hoffman Hotel Apartments

120 W Lasalle AveSouth Bend, IN 46601
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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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Hillcrest Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

1301 N Michigan StSouth Bend, IN 46617
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Corby Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Corby Homes

1022 Patty LnSouth Bend, IN 46615
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Northshore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northshore Apartments

1411 Northside BlvdSouth Bend, IN 46615
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Village Terre
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Terre

1512 Rosemary LnSouth Bend, IN 46637
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Cedar Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Glen

425 S 25th StSouth Bend, IN 46615
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Clear Water MHC
3 Bedroom Apartments

Clear Water MHC

62430 Locust RdSouth Bend, IN 46614
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Elthan Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Elthan Place

132 S Scott StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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Preserve at Fir Road
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Preserve at Fir Road

2705 Spicer LnMishawaka, IN 46545
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Kensard Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kensard Manor

701 Kensard CtMishawaka, IN 46544
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Lakeside Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeside Apartments

900 Roosevelt DrMishawaka, IN 46544
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Southside South Bend, South Bend, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southside South Bend Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside South Bend area of South Bend, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Robertson's Senior Apartments priced from $750. Legacy on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Southside South Bend apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$750
Legacy on MainStudioStudio,1BA$800
Regency ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath Lower1BR,1BA$890
Hickory Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$923
Irish Hills ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom1BR,1BA$951
The JeffersonThe Providence1BR,1BA$995
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsBB2BR,1BA$1,000
Harter Heights PlaceScotsmanStudio,1BA$1,000
Lakeview Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,005
Runaway Bay1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside South Bend, IN

As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside South Bend area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Colfax Townhomes in the in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Southside South Bend apartment is the 735 Lincolnway E Model at 735 Lincolnway E, Unit 735LINCOLNWAYE.-1-EAST 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 Southside South Bend apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Colfax Townhomes2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$0.92
735 Lincolnway E, Unit 735LINCOLNWAYE.-1-EAST735 Lincolnway E3BR,1BA$1.08
Irish Flats3 Bed3BR,3BA$0.63
1032 E Wayne St, Unit 323 S. Eddy - 2nd floor apartment1032 E Wayne St1BR,1BA$1.38
Legacy on MainTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Lakeview Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.08
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
Irish Row2X22BR,2BA$1.01
The Addison on Main1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.42
Pin Oak Manor ApartmentsBB2BR,1BA$1.38

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Indiana, including South Bend. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside South Bend Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southside South Bend?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southside South Bend is under $1,050.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside South Bend?

The cheapest apartment in Southside South Bend is Regency Apartments which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in Southside South Bend costs $30,693.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside South Bend?

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 107 regular apartments in Southside South Bend 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 Southside South Bend?

Cheap apartments in Southside South Bend have an average cost of $923 which is $29,770 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside South Bend.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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