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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • All utilities included
  • Refrigerator
  • Cozy living space
  • Smoke-free environment
  • Vibrant array of amenities

Location

530 S Saint Joseph St, South Bend, IN 46601, USA
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Management

Empire Management

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(574) 217-8468

Property Overview

530 S. Saint Joseph Street offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price rating and impressive 9/10 scores for both amenities and location. Renters benefit from all utilities included, a cozy, smoke-free living space, and a vibrant array of nearby restaurants, parks, cultural spots, and transit options that support walkability, social life, and environmentally conscious living. A solid 8/10 trustworthiness rating reflects clear, detailed property information that helps set accurate expectations.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 530 S. Saint Joseph Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 530 S. Saint Joseph Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,094 /mo1 unit availableThis charming, recently updated downstairs apartment is nestled in the heart of downtown South Bend, offering residents easy access to a vibrant array of amenities. Just a short stroll away, you'll find the South Bend Transpo Station, making commuting a breeze. The surrounding area boasts an exciting selection of restaurants, scenic parks, and the popular South Bend Four Winds Stadium, perfect for enjoying local events and entertainment. The apartment features a cozy living space with modern updates and comes equipped with essential appliances, including an electric stove and refrigerator. All utilities are included, simplifying your monthly payments. Please note that this is a smoke-free environment, and unfortunately, pets are not allowed. Street parking is available for your convenience, and to ensure a secure living experience, a minimum lease of 12 months is required. Additionally, renter's insurance is mandatory to protect your belongings. Experience comfortable living in a prime location! TO QUALIFY: Minimum income: $2,850.00 Credit Score of 570+ No evictions within the last 36 months. Background check required.

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Amenities for 530 S. Saint Joseph Street

Apartment Amenities

GasUtilities Included
Water

Appliances

ElectricElectric Stove/Oven
FridgeRange
Refrigerator
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 530 S. Saint Joseph Street

HomeApartments in South Bend 530 S. Saint Joseph Street

This charming, recently updated downstairs apartment is nestled in the heart of downtown South Bend, offering residents easy access to a vibrant array of amenities. Just a short stroll away, you'll find the South Bend Transpo Station, making commuting a breeze. The surrounding area boasts an exciting selection of restaurants, scenic parks, and the popular South Bend Four Winds Stadium, perfect for enjoying local events and entertainment. The apartment features a cozy living space with modern updates and comes equipped with essential appliances, including an electric stove and refrigerator. All utilities are included, simplifying your monthly payments. Please note that this is a smoke-free environment, and unfortunately, pets are not allowed. Street parking is available for your convenience, and to ensure a secure living experience, a minimum lease of 12 months is required. Additionally, renter's insurance is mandatory to protect your belongings. Experience comfortable living in a prime location! TO QUALIFY: Minimum income: $2,850.00 Credit Score of 570+ No evictions within the last 36 months. Background check required.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 530 S. Saint Joseph Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 530 S. Saint Joseph Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 530 S. Saint Joseph Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
530 S. Saint Joseph Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
530 S. Saint Joseph Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including electric stove/oven. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 530 S. Saint Joseph Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
530 S. Saint Joseph Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 530 S. Saint Joseph Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

530 S. Saint Joseph Street is great for:

Social life

  • 100 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 47 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • The area has transit options

Work-from-home

  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • 25 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area

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.

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Rent trends in South Bend

1-bedroom apartments at 530 S. Saint Joseph Street cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Bend.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
South Bend
A table of studio rental data trends in South Bend
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$896
July 2024$1,030
August 2024$932
September 2024$800
October 2024$800
November 2024$839
December 2024$903
January 2025$899
February 2025$825
March 2025$817
April 2025$924
May 2025$946
June 2025$800
July 2025$805
August 2025$846
September 2025$850
October 2025$810
November 2025$820
December 2025$793
January 2026$800
February 2026$800
March 2026$800
April 2026$800
May 2026$797

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,760/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,760 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,094.
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Schools near 530 S. Saint Joseph Street

Studebaker Center

724 e dubail ave

south bend, IN, 46613

PK, K-12Public

South Bend Virtual School

740 north eddy st

south bend, IN, 46617

K-12Public

Lincoln Elementary School

1425 e calvert st

south bend, IN, 46613

PK, K-5Public
C

Lafayette Early Childhood Center

245 n lombardy dr

south bend, IN, 46619

PKPublic

Buchanan Step Up

401 west chicago st

buchanan, MI, 49107

K-12Public
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Getting around South Bend near 530 S Saint Joseph St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 530 S Saint Joseph St, South Bend

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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