
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Custer, SD from $500 (45 Rentals)
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The Place at Estes Park

Robbinsdale Heights 1

The Place at Hainesway

Civic Plaza Apartments

Bridgewood Estates

Enchanted Pines

Sedona Flats

Candlewood Apartments
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Johnson Ranch Apartments

Orchard Meadows

Copper Ridge Apartments

Creekside Heights Apartments, LLC

Prairie Tree Apartments

BG Flats Apartments

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Boulder Creek Apartments

Split Creek Commons
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Canyon Lake Apartments

The Elements, LLC

Gateway Apartments

Red Rock Apartments

Harmony Heights

1626 Evergreen Dr, Unit 16, Unit 16

The VUE at Catron

The Pines at Rapid

Stoney Creek Highlands
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Jayhawks Patio Home Apartments

Vista Pointe Apartments

The Altitude 2

Stonegate Community

The Altitude Villas

Block5

Founders Park Village

The Meadows

811 6th St
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901 4th Ave

Mesa Flats

Rapid Creek Apartments

216 E Denver St

318 National St

KC Lofts

Boulder Creek Estates

107 Gumbo Dr

517 E Saint Patrick St
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Custer, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Custer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custer Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $675 | $1,611 |
| Custer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $547 | $2,278 |
| Custer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $726 | $3,220 |
| Custer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,080 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available Custer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Custer, SD is a Studio unit found at The Place at Hainesway in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood priced from $730. 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 Custer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Place at Hainesway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden Level | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| Bridgewood Estates | Open living space + spacious master *WAITLIST* | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Ponderosa Apartments | Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Enchanted Pines | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Place at Estes Park | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| 318 National St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Johnson Ranch Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Candlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| Copper Ridge Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Custer, SD and Nearby
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Custer 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 Custer 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 Custer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonegate Community | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Founders Park Village | Brennan $1,085 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Creekside Heights Apartments, LLC | 2 Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Place at Estes Park | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Gateway Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Vista Pointe Apartments | 2-Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Pines at Rapid | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Orchard Meadows | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Bridgewood Estates | Open living space + spacious master *WAITLIST* | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Custer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Custer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Custer is at The Place at Hainesway listed at $730.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment is $875 at The Place at Hainesway.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Custer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Custer is starting from $865 at Civic Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable Custer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Custer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bridgewood Estates and starts from $1,245.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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