
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Amherst, SD (42 Rentals)


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Generations on 1st

Archer Flats

Prairie Springs Apartments

Paramount Estates 1

Marketplace Apartments

Prairie Village Apartments

Beardsley Apartments

Oakes I & II Apartments

Gwinner I & II Apartments

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The Crossings Apartments

Western Road Apartments

Liberty Lights Apartments

One & Two Willow Creek

511 Main Ave N

902 1st St S

1623 3rd St NW

115 12th St SW

702-704 6th St NE

718-720 6th St NE
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1612 8th St N

1624 8th St N

702 8th Ave N

1229 1st Ave SE

401 S Maple

1038 S Lake Dr

516 N Washington St

Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments

Del Rose Apartments

806 8th St N
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630 S High St

1631 Olive Dr
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 | $890 | $599 | $1,062 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $455 | $1,218 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,144 | $545 | $1,685 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $795 | $1,800 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $910 | $1,800 |
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Largest Available Amherst and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, SD is found at Generations on 1st and is 1,116 square feet priced from $1,580. Gwinner I & II Apartments has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,060 square feet and currently listed start at $825. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generations on 1st | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,116 Sq Ft | $1,580 |
| Gwinner I & II Apartments | 2 br/ 2 bath | 1,060 Sq Ft | $825 |
| Westdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 1,005 Sq Ft | $1,180 |
| Archer Flats | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 865 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Center Street Apartments | Wahp 2 bed | 800 Sq Ft | $795 |
| Aberdeen Communities | 2 BED 1 BATH | 750 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| Liberty Lights Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 686 Sq Ft | $749 |
| Western Road Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 48241 | 680 Sq Ft | $675 |
Cheapest Available Amherst and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 06, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Amherst, SD is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 48241 Model starting from $675 at Western Road Apartments . The second most affordable Amherst 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom Model at Liberty Lights Apartments starting at $749 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Amherst is currently $1,144. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Western Road Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 48241 | $675 |
| Liberty Lights Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $749 |
| Center Street Apartments | Wahp 2 bed | $795 |
| Gwinner I & II Apartments | 2 br/ 2 bath | $825 |
| Westdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,110 |
| Archer Flats | 2 Bedroom | $1,220 |
| Aberdeen Communities | 2 BED 1 BATH | $1,250 |
| Generations on 1st | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,580 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Amherst Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is $1,144.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 1,116 square feet unit starting from $1,580 at Generations on 1st.
What is the average size for Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Amherst is currently 913 sq ft.
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