Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookings, SD from $500 (28 Rentals)

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Pheasant Run Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

1250 Windsor DrBrookings, SD 57006
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Yorkshire Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Yorkshire Apartments

2410 Yorkshire DrBrookings, SD 57006
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Onaka Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Onaka Village

812 Onaka TrlBrookings, SD 57006
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Brooks Manor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brooks Manor

705 14th AveBrookings, SD 57006
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Arrowhead Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arrowhead Apartments

913 Onaka TrlBrookings, SD 57006
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Clairview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Clairview Apartments

906 22nd AveBrookings, SD 57006
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Sandpiper Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Townhomes

163 1st Ave SBrookings, SD 57006
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Karolyn Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Karolyn Apartments

913 Roberts AveBrookings, SD 57006
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Three Oaks
3 Bedroom Apartments

Three Oaks

705 6th Ave SBrookings, SD 57006
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Downtown Lofts
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Downtown Lofts

309 5th StBrookings, SD 57006
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6th Street Centre
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6th Street Centre

1310 6th StBrookings, SD 57006
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602-604 5th St S
2 Bedroom Apartments

602-604 5th St S

602-604 5th St SBrookings, SD 57006
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Sunchase
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sunchase

131 Sunrise Ridge RdBrookings, SD 57006
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Prairie Circle Duplexes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Prairie Circle Duplexes

800-817 Prairieview DrBrookings, SD 57006
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Heritage Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Apartments

627-629 Heritage DrBrookings, SD 57006
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Westgate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westgate Apartments

1047 Main AveBrookings, SD 57006
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Brookings, SD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brookings Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookings, SD is a Studio unit found at Southland Court in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood priced from $750. 1009 Southland Ln in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $965. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookings apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Southland CourtStudio - BStudio,1BA$750
1009 Southland Ln1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$965
Sioux VillageStudioStudio,1BA$995
Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!Finch1BR,1BA$1,160
Trails HeadOne Bedroom Townhome1BR,1BA$1,250
Cloverfield Townhomes3 Bed3BR,2BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookings, SD and Nearby

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brookings area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Cloverfield Townhomes in the in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Brookings apartment is the One Bedroom Townhome Model at Trails Head starting at $1,250 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookings apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cloverfield Townhomes3 Bed3BR,2.5BA$1.22
Trails HeadOne Bedroom Townhome1BR,1BA$1.79
1009 Southland Ln1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.44
Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!Finch1BR,1BA$1.80
Sioux Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Southland CourtStudio - BStudio ,1BA$2.50

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Getting Around Brookings, SD

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49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

64 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookings Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brookings?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brookings is at Southland Court listed at $750.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookings Apartment is $885 at Southland Court.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookings is starting from $1,005 at Southland Court.

What is the most affordable Brookings Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brookings Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cloverfield Townhomes and starts from $2,200.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.