
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swanson Park Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Swanson Park area of South Bend.


Legacy on Main

The Jefferson

Grey Ridge Apartments

Harter Heights Place

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512 W Battell St

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Swanson Park, South Bend, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swanson Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swanson Park Studio Apartments | $1,225 | $725 | $2,039 |
| Swanson Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $625 | $2,534 |
| Swanson Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $750 | $3,302 |
| Swanson Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $790 | $4,377 |
| Swanson Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $949 | $6,708 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Swanson Park Neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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Cheapest Available Swanson Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swanson Park 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 Swanson 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 |
| Legacy on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Pin Oak Manor Apartments | B | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Regency Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath Upper | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Jefferson | The Pennsylvania | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Grey Ridge Apartments | Oxbow | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Hickory Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,097 |
| The Addison on Main | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| The Soma Lofts | The Incubator | 1BR,1BA | $1,152 |
| Williamsburg Mishawaka | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swanson Park, IN
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Swanson Park area is the $1.08 price per square foot 1912 Miami St Model at 1912 Miami St, Unit 1910 in the in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Swanson Park apartment is the 3 Bed Model at Irish Flats starting at $715 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Bercliff Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swanson Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 Miami St, Unit 1910 | 1912 Miami St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Irish Flats | 3 Bed | 3BR,3BA | $0.63 |
| 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 |
| Grey Ridge Apartments | Oxbow | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Robertson's Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Irish Row | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Pin Oak Manor Apartments | BB | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Legacy on Main | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.10 |
| Regency Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Swanson Park Neighborhood in South Bend, IN
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swanson Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Swanson Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Swanson Park is under $1,164.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Swanson Park?
The cheapest apartment in Swanson Park is The Jefferson which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Swanson Park costs $5,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Swanson 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 74 regular apartments in Swanson 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 Swanson Park?
Cheap apartments in Swanson Park have an average cost of $1,004 which is $4,096 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Swanson Park.
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