St. Joseph County’s rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and single‑family homes, catering to students, families, and professionals alike. Apartment studios typically sit in the $1300s, while one‑bedroom units hover around the $1200 range and two‑bedroom apartments fall within the $1500‑$1600 bracket. Larger three‑bedroom apartments approach the $1900 range, and four‑plus units provide flexible space at comparable midsized rates. For house rentals, studio‑style homes average in the $2000 range with median values near $1350, whereas one‑bedroom houses are more affordable at roughly $1000. Two‑bedroom homes trend around $1100, three‑bedroom properties near $1400, and larger homes exceed $2000, reflecting a broad spectrum of options for renters.

The county’s neighborhoods blend historic charm with modern amenities. Downtown South Bend and the vibrant East Bank district attract those who enjoy walkable streets, local cafés, and close proximity to the University of Notre Dame and the St. Joseph River. Suburban areas such as Mishawaka and Granger offer quiet streets lined with mature trees and easy access to parks like River Park and the Studebaker National Museum. Whether you’re seeking the convenience of city living or the tranquility of suburban surroundings, St. Joseph County provides a welcoming rental environment supported by a stable market and a variety of housing choices that suit a wide range of lifestyles.

St. Joseph Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count

Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings

Property Type	Bedrooms	Average	Median	Min – Max	25th – 75th
Apartment	Studio	$1,322	$1,456	$800 – $1,575	$1,398 – $1,575
Apartment	1 Bedroom	$1,256	$1,229	$670 – $2,140	$988 – $1,413
Apartment	2 Bedroom	$1,523	$1,417	$750 – $2,795	$1,125 – $1,659
Apartment	3 Bedroom	$2,069	$1,832	$1,200 – $3,096	$1,450 – $2,952
House	1 Bedroom	$1,079	$962	$800 – $1,450	$900 – $1,400
House	2 Bedroom	$1,184	$1,100	$720 – $3,070	$1,000 – $1,250
House	3 Bedroom	$1,635	$1,400	$655 – $4,500	$1,275 – $1,795
House	4+ Bedroom	$2,184	$2,000	$1,100 – $6,300	$1,550 – $2,500

Current rent in St. Joseph (all property types): Studio $1,321, 1 Bedroom $1,236, 2 Bedroom $1,271, 3 Bedroom $1,670, 4+ Bedroom $2,179.

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