
Cheap Homes for Rent in Buffalo, SD from $800 (9 Rentals)
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536 1st St E

715-711 11th Ave

1814 Prairie Ave
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211 1/2 2nd Ave E
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Buffalo, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Buffalo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Buffalo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,334 | $875 | $1,710 |
Buffalo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,883 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
Buffalo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,533 | $1,510 | $5,000 |
Buffalo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,199 | $2,398 | $4,000 |
Buffalo 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
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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. Tower Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Falcon & Mallard Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Tower Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
The Place at Hainesway | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, SD and Nearby
As of May 09, 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 Dakota Acres 2 Bed Single Level Model at Antelope Ridge starting at $1,449 with a $1.31 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Villas at Sundance Cove I & II | Building 1 - 4 bed 3.5 bath | 4BR,3.5BA | $0.95 |
Antelope Ridge | Dakota Acres 2 Bed Single Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Rapid Creek Apartments | 3Bed/2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Fox Run Apartments | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Mountain View Village | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
West River at Dickinson | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Custer Crossing & Ravenwood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Candlewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Bakken Lodge, LLC | 2BD/700sqft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
The Place at Hainesway | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo
What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, SD with pricing that ranges from $719 to $4,232. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo ranging from $800 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Buffalo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Buffalo ranges from $800 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,332.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Buffalo?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Buffalo range from $1,039 to $3,113, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,510 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,564.
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