South Bend, IN

South Bend is a city located in St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 99,819. It is the fourth largest city in Indiana and the largest city in St. Joseph County. The metropolitan area has a population of 219,912 and is home to Notre Dame University as well as other colleges and universities.

The history of South Bend dates back to 1820 when it was founded by General William Henry Harrison as part of his military campaign against the Native Americans. The city grew rapidly in the late 1800s and early 1900s due to its location on the Michigan Central Railroad line and its status as a center for manufacturing. In 1906, South Bend became an incorporated town and experienced another period of growth following World War II due to its proximity to Notre Dame University and other major employers. Today, South Bend remains an important economic center within Indiana with a diversified economy that includes manufacturing, services, education, health care, and tourism.

Real estate in South Bend is characterized by its low prices relative to other major cities in Indiana and nationwide; furthermore, there are relatively few homes for sale compared to other cities of similar size across America. This combination has resulted in strong demand for housing relative to available supply; consequently, prices have increased significantly over the past several years despite modest growth in wages or employment opportunities within South Bend overall. In addition to strong demand from local residents, businesses located within South Bend have also played an important role in driving up prices – particularly those associated with healthcare services – due to their need for large spaces that can accommodate growing employee populations