Those who enjoy peaceful rural scenes, vast beaches, vibrant downtowns, and safe, family-friendly neighborhoods will find plenty to love in the South Bend - Elkhart Region, all just a short drive or train ride away from everything Chicago has to offer.  Residents enjoy access to amenities such as Lake Michigan beaches, bike trails, burgeoning local culinary scene, minor league baseball, theaters and a zoo, not to mention the cultural, sporting and community activities that the region’s colleges & universities provide. Perhaps the most amazing amenity of all is the remarkably low cost of making one of our 47 smart connected communities your home!