
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central City, SD from $400 (20 Rentals)
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The Place at Hainesway

Civic Plaza Apartments

318 National St

Bridgewood Estates

Shepherd Hills Commons
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The Place at Estes Park

Candlewood Apartments

Moonlight Apartment Complex

Buffalo Run
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Countryside Apartments

12th Street Apartments

Tallgrass Apartments
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21 E Kansas City St

4 E Signal Dr

715-711 11th Ave
Central City, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City Studio Apartments | $1,288 | $485 | $2,400 |
Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $765 | $3,200 |
Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $865 | $4,300 |
Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,060 | $2,787 |
Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $1,564 | $1,564 |
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central City, SD is a 2 Beds unit found at Civic Plaza Apartments in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood priced from $865. Bridgewood Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Civic Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden Level | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
Bridgewood Estates | Open living space + spacious master | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Enchanted Pines | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Candlewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
Moonlight Apartment Complex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, SD and Nearby
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City 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 Central City apartment is the Brennan $1,085 Model at Founders Park Village starting at $1,478 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Stonegate Community | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Founders Park Village | Brennan $1,085 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Rapid Creek Apartments | 3Bed/2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Countryside Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Country Bluff Apartments | The Roosevelt | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Champion Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Bridgewood Estates | Open living space + spacious master | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Candlewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Sheridan Lake Apartments | The Tivoli | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Civic Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Getting Around Central City, SD
Walk Score®
12 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
3 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City is at Enchanted Pines listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $870 at Bridgewood Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $865 at Civic Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bridgewood Estates and starts from $1,205.
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