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Del Rose Apartments
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504 3rd Ave NWahpeton, ND 58075
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2308 14th Ave NEWatertown, SD 57201
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Amherst, SD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Beardsley Apartments priced from $519. Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $545. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Beardsley ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$519
Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$545
Heritage Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$575
Liberty Lights Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$795
Center Street ApartmentsWahp 2 bed2BR,1BA$795
630 S High StHigh Street #52BR,1BA$850
Oakes I & II Apartments3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$900
Dakota EstatesDEIII ChestnutStudio,1BA$906

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, SD and Nearby

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.41 price per square foot 1631 - 3 Bedroom Model at The Plains Apartments in the starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at One & Two Willow Creek starting at $1,410 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Plains Apartments1631 - 3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.41
One & Two Willow Creek2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.08
Oakes I & II Apartments3BR/1BA3BR,1.5BA$0.83
Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$0.67
Beardsley ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.58
Liberty Lights Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.99
Center Street ApartmentsWahp 2 bed2BR,1BA$0.99
624 8th Ave SE, Unit 4624 8th Ave SE2BR,1BA$0.97
1631 Olive DrTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
103 N Lloyd St, Unit 6103 N Lloyd St1BR,1BA$0.47

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment is $519 at Beardsley Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is starting from $545 at Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments.

What is the most affordable Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments and starts from $650.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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