
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookings County, SD from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Trails Head

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2nd Street Apartments

North Prairie

Pheasant Run Apartments

Brookings Prairie View Townhomes
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Three Oaks

Downtown Lofts

6th Street Centre

602-604 5th St S
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Southland Court
Brookings County, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brookings County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookings County Studio Apartments | $964 | $815 | $1,155 |
| Brookings County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $975 | $1,980 |
| Brookings County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $1,235 | $1,975 |
| Brookings County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $1,020 | $1,840 |
| Brookings County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Brookings County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookings County, SD is a 3 Beds unit found at Brookings Prairie View Townhomes in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood priced from $676. Trails Head in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookings County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookings Prairie View Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $676 |
| Trails Head | Driftwood | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| Paragon | The Vista | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Wilmot Estates Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| Latitude 44 | The Cove | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Sioux Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Reserve Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Sweetgrass Crossing | Canary | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookings County, SD
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookings County area is the $0.53 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Brookings Prairie View Townhomes in the in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood starting from $676. The second greatest value Brookings County apartment is the Enterprise C Model at Innovation Village starting at $1,735 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookings County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookings Prairie View Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.53 |
| Innovation Village | Enterprise C | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 305 W 8th St S, Unit 32 | 305 W 8th St S | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community! | Sparrow | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Sweetgrass Crossing | Canary | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Wilmot Estates Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Sioux Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Reserve Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 413 Main Ave | 413 Main Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Trails Head | Driftwood | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookings County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brookings County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brookings County is at Trails Head listed at $890.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookings County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookings County Apartment is $1,000 at Paragon.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brookings County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookings County is starting from $1,300 at Sweetgrass Crossing.
What is the most affordable Brookings County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brookings County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brookings Prairie View Townhomes and starts from $676.
Expert Rental Resources
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