Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brookings Neighborhood of Brookings, SD from $500 (20 Rentals)

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Onaka Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Onaka Village

812 Onaka TrlBrookings, SD 57006
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Sandpiper Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Townhomes

163 1st Ave SBrookings, SD 57006
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Brooks Manor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brooks Manor

705 14th AveBrookings, SD 57006
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Westgate Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westgate Apartments

1047 Main AveBrookings, SD 57006
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Heritage Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Apartments

627-629 Heritage DrBrookings, SD 57006
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Karolyn Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Karolyn Apartments

913 Roberts AveBrookings, SD 57006
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Historic 1921 Buiding
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Historic 1921 Buiding

601 4th StBrookings, SD 57006
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Arrowhead Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arrowhead Apartments

913 Onaka TrlBrookings, SD 57006
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Three Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Three Oaks

705 6th Ave SBrookings, 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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Ideal Twinhomes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Ideal Twinhomes

417 Western Avenue CirBrookings, SD 57006

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Sunchase
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunchase

131 Sunrise Ridge RdBrookings, SD 57006
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Williow Trail
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Williow Trail

1270 Trails Ridge RdBrookings, SD 57006

Downtown Brookings, Brookings, SD Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!StarlingStudio,1BA$895
Sioux VillageStudioStudio,1BA$995
Reserve Flats1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,190
Trails HeadOne Bedroom Townhome1BR,1BA$1,250
Innovation VillageMain G1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cloverfield Townhomes3 Bed3BR,2.5BA$1.16
Brookings Prairie View Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Sweetgrass CrossingBuffalo2BR,2BA$1.49
Innovation VillageMain G1BR,1BA$1.46
Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!Sparrow2BR,1BA$1.73
Trails HeadOne Bedroom Townhome1BR,1BA$1.79
Sioux Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Reserve Flats1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.03
413 Main Ave, Unit 204413 Main Ave1BR,1BA$2.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Brookings, Brookings, SD

Ranked #1

Among cities in South Dakota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.