
1243 Portage Ave, South Bend, IN 46616
What This House Offers
Welcome to 1243 Portage Avenue, a charming home perfect for a new family! Enjoy relaxing summer evenings on the front porch and cozy winter nights by the... fireplace. This ready-to-move-in residence features new flooring, windows, and a modern kitchen. The basement includes a bedroom with an egress window, and the updated bathroom adds to the home's appeal. Walk to Notre Dame Functions or rent your home out through AIRBNB for games and functions. Plus, the seller is offering a $2,000 appliance allowance with an accepted offer. Don't miss your chance to make this lovely home your own—schedule your showing today!
Unit
- $1,500 / month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1570 sq. ft.
- Available Now
1243 Portage Ave is a single-family home for rent in South Bend, IN
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$1,500
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Get In Touch
South Bend, IN 46616
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Muessel Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Brown Intermediate Center
Grades 3-8
Public
Holy Cross Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Excel Center - South Bend
Grades 9-12
Public
New Vision Christian Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
St. Mary's College
Drive: 7 min (2.2 mi)
University of Notre Dame
Drive: 7 min (2.5 mi)
Indiana University, South Bend
Drive: 8 min (4 mi)
Bethel College
Drive: 10 min (4.8 mi)
Discover Near Northwest, South Bend, IN
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1243 Portage Ave proximity to Elwood Shopping Center and Eddy Street Commons. Elwood Shopping Center is 0.2 miles away, and Eddy Street Commons is within a 35 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 1243 Portage Ave has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 16.5 miles. Transit options include South Bend Amtrak Station and South Bend Airport Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1243 Portage Ave are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 3.9 miles, including HealthWorks! Kids' Museum, Potawatomi Zoo, and Rum Village Nature Center.
Airports
Living in Near Northwest provides easy access to South Bend International, located just 16 minutes from 1243 Portage Ave.
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