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Villard Terrace
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Villard Terrace

22 4th Ave EDickinson, ND 58601
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Tower Heights
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Tower Heights

847 Tower RdBox Elder, SD 57719
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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. Civic Plaza Apartments in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $865. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Falcon & Mallard HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Civic Plaza Apartments2 Bedroom Garden Level2BR,1BA$865
The Place at HaineswayTwo Beds, One Bath2BR,1BA$949
Candlewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$969
West River at Dickinson1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, SD and Nearby

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $0.95 price per square foot Building 1 - 4 bed 3.5 bath Model at Villas at Sundance Cove I & II in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 3B2B Model at South Park Place Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Dickinson State Normal School Campus District neighborhood. 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.
Villas at Sundance Cove I & IIBuilding 1 - 4 bed 3.5 bath4BR,3.5BA$0.95
South Park Place Apartments3B2B3BR,2BA$1.10
Sierra RidgeThe Devonian2BR,2BA$1.27
Sheridan Lake ApartmentsThe Stanford2BR,2BA$1.27
Champion Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.26
Countryside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Lincoln Meadows2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.26
The Place at HaineswayTwo Beds, One Bath2BR,1BA$1.10
Candlewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.32
Civic Plaza Apartments2 Bedroom Garden Level2BR,1BA$1.29

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Getting Around Buffalo, SD

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13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $969 at Candlewood 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 $865 at Civic Plaza Apartments.

What is the most affordable Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at South Park Place Apartments and starts from $1,375.

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