What is the average apartment size in South Bend?

The average size for a South Bend, IN apartment is 835 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in South Bend?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in South Bend is $1,388 per month, a 7.07% increase from last years average of $1,297.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in South Bend?

In South Bend, studios rent for $1,099 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,132 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,411 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,526 per month

What is the average apartment size in South Bend?

The typical apartment in South Bend offers about 835 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in South Bend?

Studio apartments in South Bend average 499 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 675 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 909 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,162 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in South Bend?

The most affordable neighborhoods in South Bend include Council Oak ($1,120/month), Navarre ($1,297/month), and Edison ($1,354/month), all below the citywide average of $1,388.

South Bend, IN Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in South Bend?

The typical rent budget in South Bend ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 59% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in South Bend?

In South Bend, 41% of households rent while 59% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 20, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in South Bend is $1,388, a 7.07% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,297.

Studio Apartments at $1,099 offer the most budget-friendly option with 499 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 675 square feet for $1,132, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,411 offer 909 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,162 sq ft) for $1,526, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in South Bend, IN

Last updated: February 20, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,388	835 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,099	499 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,132	675 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,411	909 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,526	1,162 sq. ft.

South Bend, IN rent trends

Rental prices in South Bend, IN have increased by 7.07% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,297 to $1,388.

What's the typical rent budget in South Bend, IN?

The largest share of rentals in South Bend, IN (59%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in South Bend, IN?

16,938 or 41% of the households in South Bend, IN are renter-occupied while 24,189 or 59% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in South Bend?

Council Oak $1,120/month

Navarre $1,297/month

Edison $1,354/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,388/month.

Average Rent in South Bend, IN By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Howard Park - East Bank	$1,694
Edison	$1,354
Navarre	$1,297
Council Oak	$1,120

South Bend | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Council Oak is 17% lower than in Edison

$1,120

Council Oak rent is 19% lower than South Bend average

Average Rent $1,120

$1,354

Edison rent is 2% lower than South Bend average

Average Rent $1,354

How South Bend Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
South Bend	$1,388
Indianapolis	$1,252
Jeffersonville	$1,240
Greenwood	$1,369
New Albany	$1,121
Bloomington	$1,631
Noblesville	$1,545
Carmel	$1,658
Fishers	$1,646
Fort Wayne	$1,143
Lafayette	$1,198
Buchanan, MI	$934
Mishawaka, IN	$1,323
Dowagiac, MI	$727
Stevensville, MI	$886
Elkhart, IN	$1,139
La Porte, IN	$1,273
Michigan City, IN	$984
Goshen, IN	$1,192
St. Joseph, MI	$1,090
Benton Harbor, MI	$960

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all South Bend apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.