
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brookings Neighborhood of Brookings, SD from $500 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Brookings area of Brookings.


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Downtown Brookings, Brookings, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Brookings?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Brookings Studio Apartments | $942 | $815 | $1,155 |
| Downtown Brookings 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $975 | $2,760 |
| Downtown Brookings 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $1,235 | $1,975 |
| Downtown Brookings 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,670 | $2,095 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Brookings Neighborhood of Brookings, SD.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Brookings Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Brookings area of Brookings, SD is a Studio unit found at Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community! priced from $895. Sioux Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brookings apartments for rent in Brookings, SD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community! | Starling | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Sioux Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Reserve Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Trails Head | One Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Innovation Village | Main G | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brookings, SD
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brookings area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Cloverfield Townhomes in the in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Downtown Brookings apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Brookings Prairie View Townhomes starting at $1,441 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brookings apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloverfield Townhomes | 3 Bed | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Brookings Prairie View Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Sweetgrass Crossing | Buffalo | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Innovation Village | Main G | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community! | Sparrow | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Trails Head | One Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Sioux Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Reserve Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 413 Main Ave, Unit 204 | 413 Main Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Brookings, Brookings, SD
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Among cities in South Dakota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Brookings Neighborhood in Brookings, SD
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Brookings Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Brookings?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Brookings is at Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community! listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brookings Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brookings Apartment is $1,190 at Reserve Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Brookings Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brookings is starting from $1,370 at Innovation Village.
What is the most affordable Downtown Brookings Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Brookings Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brookings Prairie View Townhomes and starts from $1,600.
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