
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Gap, SD from $500 (34 Rentals)
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Robbinsdale Heights 1

Bridgewood Estates

Ponderosa Apartments

Enchanted Pines

Sedona Flats

Moonlight Apartment Complex

Orchard Meadows
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Johnson Ranch Apartments

Candlewood Apartments

Copper Ridge Apartments

Creekside Heights Apartments, LLC

Prairie Tree Apartments

334 Gwinn Ave

Canyon Lake Apartments

Country Bluff Apartments
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BG Flats Apartments

Split Creek Commons

Boulder Creek Apartments

The VUE at Catron

The Elements, LLC

Sheridan Lake Apartments

Gateway Apartments

The Altitude Villas
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Red Rock Apartments

1626 Evergreen Dr, Unit 16, Unit 16

811 6th St

901 4th Ave

Mesa Flats

216 E Denver St

KC Lofts

Boulder Creek Estates
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107 Gumbo Dr

517 E Saint Patrick St
Buffalo Gap, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo Gap?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Gap Studio Apartments | $1,106 | $675 | $1,611 |
| Buffalo Gap 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $547 | $2,278 |
| Buffalo Gap 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,526 | $726 | $3,220 |
| Buffalo Gap 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,245 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo Gap Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo Gap, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Bridgewood Estates priced from $900. Ponderosa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo Gap apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewood Estates | Open living space + spacious master *WAITLIST* | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Ponderosa Apartments | Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Enchanted Pines | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Moonlight Apartment Complex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Johnson Ranch Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Candlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| Copper Ridge Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Canyon Lake Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| BG Flats Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Split Creek Commons | Cherry Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Gap, SD and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo Gap area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Stonegate Community in the starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Buffalo Gap apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Model at The Elements, LLC starting at $1,750 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo Gap apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonegate Community | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Elements, LLC | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Creekside Heights Apartments, LLC | 2 Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Gateway Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Vista Pointe Apartments | 2-Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Pines at Rapid | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Orchard Meadows | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Altitude 2 | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Bridgewood Estates | Open living space + spacious master *WAITLIST* | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Canyon Lake Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Gap Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buffalo Gap?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buffalo Gap is at Ponderosa Apartments listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Gap Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Gap Apartment is $900 at Bridgewood Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buffalo Gap Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo Gap is starting from $1,045 at Bridgewood Estates.
What is the most affordable Buffalo Gap Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Gap Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bridgewood Estates and starts from $1,245.
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