Cheap Apartments for Rent near Buffalo, SD from $745 (48 Rentals)

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Sierra Ridge
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$1,031 - $1,617

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Sierra Ridge

2004 Sierra Commons RdDickinson, ND 58601
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Villard Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villard Terrace

22 4th Ave EDickinson, ND 58601
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Tower Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tower Heights

847 Tower RdBox Elder, SD 57719

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318 National St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

318 National St

318 National StRapid City, SD 57702
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Auburn Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Hills

4660 Coal Bank DrRapid City, SD 57701
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Summerset Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerset Village

7243 Independence StSummerset, SD 57718

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Buffalo, SD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, SD is a Studio unit found at Falcon & Mallard Heights in the Dickinson State Normal School Campus District neighborhood priced from $775. West River at Dickinson in the Dickinson State Normal School Campus District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Falcon & Mallard HeightsStudioStudio, 1BA$775
West River at DickinsonStudioStudio, 1BA$775
Legend ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$850
Badlands ApartmentsOne Bed, One Bath1BR, 1BA$875
LaCrosse Estates Apartment HomesHOT SIZZLIN SUMMER DEALS! $500 DEPOSIT! NO APPL...1BR, 1BA$886
Tallgrass ApartmentsAStudio, 1BA$1,000
Freedom LandingStudioStudio, 1BA$1,000
Lincoln Meadows2 Bedroom Apartment2BR, 2BA$1,049
Auburn Hills1 bed, 1 bath-4660 Coal Bank1BR, 1BA$1,050
Custer Crossing & Ravenwood Apartments1 BD/1 BA1BR, 1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, SD and Nearby

As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $1.13 price per square foot The Wabamun Model at Sierra Ridge in the Dickinson State Normal School Campus District neighborhood starting from $1,480. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the ABC 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at West Ridge Apartments in the Dickinson State Normal School Campus District neighborhood starting at $1,632 with a $1.35 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sierra RidgeThe Wabamun3BR, 2BA$1.13
West Ridge ApartmentsABC 3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR, 2BA$1.35
Summerset Heights2x2 expanded2BR, 2BA$1.17
Summerset Village2 bed/2 bath2BR, 2BA$1.09
Antelope RidgeDakota Acres 2 Bed Single Level2BR, 1BA$1.43
Countryside Apartments1Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$1.33
Lincoln Meadows2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR, 1BA$1.25
Mountain View Village1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1.42
Custer Crossing & Ravenwood Apartments1 BD/1 BA1BR, 1BA$1.39
Badlands ApartmentsTwo Beds, One Bath2BR, 1BA$1.36

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buffalo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buffalo is at Falcon & Mallard Heights listed at $775.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment is $875 at Badlands Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo is starting from $949 at Badlands Apartments.

What is the most affordable Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Badlands Apartments and starts from $1,080.

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