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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Vinyl plank flooring
- Open kitchen
- No smoking
- Covered front porch
Location
1243 Portage Ave, South Bend, IN 46616, USA|Near Northwest
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Property Overview
Offering a blend of comfort and modernity, this home features vinyl plank flooring and an open kitchen design, enhancing its appeal for gatherings. The covered front porch adds charm and outdoor relaxation space. Located conveniently in South Bend, it presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a welcoming environment.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1243 Portage Ave, Near Northwest
Appliances
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
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About 1243 Portage Ave
Single-Family Home in Downtown South Bend 3 Bed / 1 Bath This freshly updated home features three bedrooms and one bathroom. It offers vinyl plank flooring, a bright open kitchen, covered front porch, and charming details throughout. The landlord provides a refrigerator and stove. Tenants are responsible for maintaining the small, low-maintenance yard. All utilities, including gas, electricity, and water/trash, are the tenant’s responsibility. Renters’ insurance is required. Section 8 is not accepted. Pets are welcome with a non-refundable pet deposit of $200 and an additional $25 per month for each extra pet. No smoking is allowed. To sign the lease, the first month's rent and a security deposit are due. Reach out today to schedule a tour and see this home in person! To qualify: Minimum income: $4,500 Minimum credit score: 570+ No evictions within the last 36 months Background check required Rental history may be required
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1243 Portage Ave, South Bend, IN 46616, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Pet friendly
- Rentals at this address allow pets
Address details
| Neighborhood | Near Northwest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 46616 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Near Northwest
3-bedroom apartments at 1243 Portage Ave cost about 11% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Bend.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Near Northwest
South Bend
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,265 |
| April 2024 | $1,234 |
| May 2024 | $1,287 |
| June 2024 | $1,269 |
| July 2024 | $1,243 |
| August 2024 | $1,295 |
| September 2024 | $1,229 |
| October 2024 | $1,268 |
| November 2024 | $1,309 |
| December 2024 | $1,306 |
| January 2025 | $1,293 |
| February 2025 | $1,325 |
| March 2025 | $1,345 |
| April 2025 | $1,516 |
| May 2025 | $1,563 |
| June 2025 | $1,384 |
| July 2025 | $1,355 |
| August 2025 | $1,375 |
| September 2025 | $1,360 |
| October 2025 | $1,414 |
| November 2025 | $1,480 |
| December 2025 | $1,431 |
| January 2026 | $1,370 |
| February 2026 | $1,377 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,150 |
| May 2024 | $1,200 |
| June 2024 | $1,130 |
| July 2024 | $1,100 |
| August 2024 | $1,043 |
| September 2024 | $1,075 |
| November 2024 | $1,200 |
| April 2025 | $1,400 |
| May 2025 | $1,400 |
| July 2025 | $1,350 |
| August 2025 | $1,350 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 years ago | $700 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1243 Portage Ave
Muessel Primary Center
1021 blaine st
south bend, IN, 46628
PK, K-5Public
C-
South Bend Virtual School
740 north eddy st
south bend, IN, 46617
K-12Public
Clay Intermediate Center
52900 lily rd
south bend, IN, 46637
PK, K-8Public
C
Lafayette Early Childhood Center
245 n lombardy dr
south bend, IN, 46619
PKPublic
Studebaker Center
724 e dubail ave
south bend, IN, 46613
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Near Northwest | South Bend, IN
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around South Bend near 1243 Portage Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1243 Portage Ave, South Bend
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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1243 Portage Ave, South Bend, IN
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