
Cheap Apartments for Rent in De Smet, SD from $455 (53 Rentals)
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Mary's Heights Apartments

Ashbrook Trail Apartments

Egan Avenue Residence

Autumn Grove Apartments

Innovation Village

University Hills Village

Lake Area Townhomes

Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes

Onaka Village
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Yukon at Benson

Lofts at Park Hill

Flats on Havens

Edgerton Place

West Oaks Estate

Wilmot Estates Apartments

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Parkview Apartments and Townhomes
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Wilkeshire Apartments

232 Fremont St S

Latitude 44

Paragon

Trails Head

Marion Crossing Apartments

Sweetgrass Crossing

Thelin Center

The Apex

The Lofts
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Sioux Village

Washington Flats

Generations on 1st

The Brixx

Copper Flats

Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

309 W Washington Ave

Heritage High Apartments

Cathedral Square Apartments

Greenridge Apartments
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University Hill Village - UHV Building 2

223 N Main St

917 12th Ave NW

University Hills Village - UHV Building 4

Southland Court

Archer Flats

1009 Southland Ln

Parkside Place

300 Medary Ave S

413 S Montana St
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De Smet, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in De Smet?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Smet Studio Apartments | $973 | $840 | $1,190 |
| De Smet 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $455 | $2,030 |
| De Smet 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $545 | $2,100 |
| De Smet 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $800 | $1,975 |
| De Smet 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available De Smet Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in De Smet, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Mary's Heights Apartments priced from $455. Ashbrook Trail Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable De Smet apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $455 |
| Ashbrook Trail Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $460 |
| Copper Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $621 |
| Egan Avenue Residence | Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| University Hills Village | Unit Type K3 - Studio/1 BA - Non Smoking | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | Tallgrass | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Edgerton Place | Edgerton Place Phase II - Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Parkview Apartments and Townhomes | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Latitude 44 | The Cove | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in De Smet, SD and Nearby
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the De Smet area is the $0.89 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Wheatgrass Village I in the starting from $1,465. The second greatest value De Smet apartment is the Rent Special - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Townhomes Model at Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,725 with a $1.28 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for De Smet apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatgrass Village I | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | Rent Special - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Townhomes | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 100 W 10th St | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Copper Flats | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Campus View | 2 Bed + 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Thelin Center | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Parkview Apartments and Townhomes | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Ashbrook Trail Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap De Smet Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in De Smet?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in De Smet is at University Hills Village listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom De Smet Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom De Smet Apartment is $455 at Mary's Heights Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom De Smet Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in De Smet is starting from $545 at Mary's Heights Apartments.
What is the most affordable De Smet Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap De Smet Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mary's Heights Apartments and starts from $800.
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