Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Washington Neighborhood of South Bend, IN from $300 (46 Rentals)

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property at 1020 Emerson Ave

$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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Northshore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northshore Apartments

1411 Northside BlvdSouth Bend, IN 46615
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property at 215 E South St

$850 - $900

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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215 E South St

South BendIN46601

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Elthan Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Elthan Place

132 S Scott StSouth Bend, IN 46601
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West Washington, South Bend, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Washington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Washington 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 West Washington apartments for rent in South Bend, IN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$750
Legacy on MainStudioStudio,1BA$800
Harter Heights PlaceScotsmanStudio,1BA$1,000
The Ivy at Berlin PlaceSheffield1BR,1BA$1,134
The Soma LoftsThe Incubator1BR,1BA$1,152
Central High & Stephenson Mills ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$1,199
Liberty Tower ResidencesClassic StudioStudio,1BA$1,214
Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 784 sqft1BR,1BA$1,285
The HillSDStudio,1BA$1,304
The LaSalleFlorentine2BR,2BA$1,329

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Washington, IN

As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Washington 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 West Washington apartment is the B6 Model at Central High & Stephenson Mills Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Keller Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Washington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aurum2 Bedroom 2 Bath 11392BR,2BA$1.45
Central High & Stephenson Mills ApartmentsB62BR,1BA$1.92
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
Legacy on MainTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
The LaSalleBrandywine2BR,2BA$1.71
Robertson's Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.85
Pointe at Saint Joseph Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1.84
Harter Heights PlaceCommander1BR,1BA$2.29
The Soma LoftsThe Incubator1BR,1BA$2.37

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West Washington, South Bend, IN

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Indiana and customized analysis for Central South Bend, IN. 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 convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Washington Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Washington?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Washington is under $1,329.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Washington?

The cheapest apartment in West Washington is Legacy on Main which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in West Washington costs $30,693.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Washington?

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 61 regular apartments in West Washington 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 West Washington?

Cheap apartments in West Washington have an average cost of $1,542 which is $29,151 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Washington.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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