Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clear Lake, SD from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Clear Lake, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clear Lake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clear Lake Studio Apartments | $879 | $750 | $1,100 |
Clear Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,141 | $502 | $1,885 |
Clear Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $625 | $1,900 |
Clear Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,000 | $1,950 |
Clear Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $1,350 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available Clear Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clear Lake, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Beardsley Apartments priced from $519. RC Square Apartments in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clear Lake apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $519 |
RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
Natures Edge Partners LLC | 1B1B MKT | 1BR,1BA | $701 |
Southland Court | Studio - B | Studio,1BA | $750 |
The Nexus | 233 - Studio B/1 BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clear Lake, SD and Nearby
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clear Lake area is the $1.30 price per square foot 901D Briarwood Model at Briarwood Estates in the in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Clear Lake apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Wildwood Apartments starting at $815 with a $0.89 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clear Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Briarwood Estates | 901D Briarwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Wildwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Cardinal Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
The Plains Apartments | 1635 - 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Block 100 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
1009 Southland Ln | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
The Oaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Natures Edge Partners LLC | 1B1B MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Getting Around Clear Lake, SD
Walk Score®
30 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clear Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clear Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clear Lake is at Southland Court listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment is $519 at Beardsley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clear Lake is starting from $625 at RC Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Clear Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clear Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Suite Liv'n - Marshall and starts from $1,150.
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