
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clear Lake, SD from $300 (65 Rentals)
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Mary's Heights Apartments

Beardsley Apartments

RC Square Apartments

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Nature's Edge Apartments

Suite Liv'n - Marshall

Innovation Village

Lake Area Townhomes

The Oaks

Lofts at Park Hill
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Nexus Apartments

Ghent Housing

Archer Flats

Circle Pines Apartments

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Wilmot Estates Apartments

Thunder Hawk Apartments

Wilkeshire Apartments

Latitude 44

Paragon
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Trails Head

Sweetgrass Crossing

Henry Hill Apartments

Lofts at Willow Creek

Sioux Village

Stone Meadow Apartments

Block 100

401 E Thomas Ave, Unit 3

SunHill Bryant

The Lofts
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East Point Village Apartments

Generations on 1st

710 18th St S

The Plains Apartments

Marketplace Apartments

Paris Park Townhomes

Reserve Flats

350 Mound Ave

811 7th St, Unit 2

513 Elm Ave, Unit 104
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WestSide Apartments

708 18th St S

Clara City Community Haus

Clinton Community Housing

Lyon County Apartments

806 W 5th St

Morning Sun Apartments

Scotland Green Apartments

Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

Home Rite Apartments
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Lake Studio Apartments | $986 | $815 | $1,155 |
| Clear Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $455 | $1,980 |
| Clear Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $545 | $2,100 |
| Clear Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $800 | $1,840 |
| Clear Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
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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 Mary's Heights Apartments priced from $455. Beardsley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clear Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $455 |
| Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Nature's Edge Apartments | 1B1B MKT | 1BR,1BA | $769 |
| Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Cardinal Estates | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Lofts at Park Hill | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| Nexus Apartments | 233 - TIF - Studio A | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Ghent Housing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Circle Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clear Lake, SD and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clear Lake area is the $0.85 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Handicap Model at Paris Park Townhomes in the in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood starting from $1,180. The second greatest value Clear Lake apartment is the Model B Model at 110 W 10th St starting at $1,595 with a $1.19 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Park Townhomes | Two Bedroom, Handicap | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| 110 W 10th St | Model B | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| SunHill Lake Norden | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Wilkeshire Apartments | Ashford | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Cardinal Estates | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Block 100 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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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 Lofts at Park Hill listed at $890.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clear Lake Apartment is $455 at Mary's Heights 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 $545 at Mary's Heights 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 Mary's Heights Apartments and starts from $800.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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