
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Amherst, SD (32 Rentals)


The Oaks I & II

Dakota Estates

Mary's Heights Apartments

The Plains Apartments

Forte Living of Aberdeen: 50+ Community!

Depot Apartments

Generations on 1st
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Beardsley Apartments

Archer Flats

Prairie Village Apartments

Marketplace Apartments

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Oakes I & II Apartments

Gwinner I & II Apartments
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The Crossings Apartments

Lofts at Willow Creek

Liberty Lights Apartments

One & Two Willow Creek

The Lofts

97 7th Ave S

1045 E 3rd St

328 Dewey St
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262 2nd St SW

9 1st Ave NE

105 1st Ave SW

Heritage Square

503 6th St N

1631 Olive Dr

Parkside Place

Del Rose Apartments
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Amherst, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,152 | $550 | $2,895 |
Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $455 | $10,000+ |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $545 | $6,300 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $800 | $1,575 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $910 | $1,810 |
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Largest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, SD is found at Marketplace Apartments and is 955 square feet priced from $1,605. Beardsley Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketplace Apartments | O | 955 Sq Ft | $1,605 |
| Beardsley Apartments | 900 Sq Ft | $600 | |
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 752 Sq Ft | $455 |
| Forte Living of Aberdeen: 50+ Community! | Goldfinch | 747 Sq Ft | $1,143 |
| Generations on 1st | 1BR/1.0BA | 712 Sq Ft | $1,055 |
| Gwinner I & II Apartments | 1 br/ 1 bath | 636 Sq Ft | $700 |
| Aberdeen Communities | 1 BED 1BATH | 550 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Cheapest Available Amherst and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 19, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, SD is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $455 at Mary's Heights Apartments . The second most affordable Amherst 1 Bedroom is the 1 br/ 1 bath Model at Gwinner I & II Apartments starting at $700 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $1,348. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $455 |
| Gwinner I & II Apartments | 1 br/ 1 bath | $700 |
| Generations on 1st | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,055 |
| Aberdeen Communities | 1 BED 1BATH | $1,100 |
| Forte Living of Aberdeen: 50+ Community! | Goldfinch | $1,143 |
| Marketplace Apartments | O | $1,605 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Amherst with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Amherst is at Mary's Heights Apartments listed at $455.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $1,348.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 955 square feet unit starting from $1,605 at Marketplace Apartments.
What is the average size for Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Amherst is currently 540 sq ft.
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