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Amherst, SD Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,137 | $300 | $1,800 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,150 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,345 | $1,345 | $1,345 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $519 |
| Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $545 |
| Heritage Square | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, SD and Nearby
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at One & Two Willow Creek in the starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 3BR/1BA Model at Oakes I & II Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One & Two Willow Creek | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Oakes I & II Apartments | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Prairie Park Fairmount Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Prairie Springs Apartments | Prairie Springs 2 - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| Gwinner I & II Apartments | 2br/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Wilkeshire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Southview Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 103 N Lloyd St, Unit 6 | 103 N Lloyd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.47 |
| Liberty Lights Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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There are currently 34 Apartments for Rent in Amherst, SD with pricing that ranges from $294 to $1,870. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst ranging from $275 to $10,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Amherst ranges from $275 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,280.
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