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Leisure Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Leisure Apartments

825 E 6th StWayne, NE 68787
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Cathedral Square II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cathedral Square II

500 N Langdon StMitchell, SD 57301
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Greenridge Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Greenridge Apartments

1500 N Kimball StMitchell, SD 57301
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Fairfax, SD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, SD is a 2 Beds unit found at Copper Flats priced from $621. Riverview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $644. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copper Flats2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$621
Riverview Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$644
Erin Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$750
Bluestem Reserve ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$830
Westbrook Estates IStudioStudio,1BA$850
The Apartment Place1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$895
The LinksStudioStudio,1BA$900
The Warwick1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Prairie Vista Apartments1702 Abbey Road - 1222BR,2BA$945
Gurney FlatsThe CottonwoodStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, SD and Nearby

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Prairie Park Apartments in the starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 414 W Phillip Ave starting at $1,450 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie Park Apartments3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.17
414 W Phillip Ave2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Lake Area Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,2.5BA$1.00
Copper Flats3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$0.96
Erin Apartments4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$1.20
Prairie Vista Apartments1702 Abbey Road - 1222BR,2BA$1.01
Wheatgrass Village I2X - 9062BR,1BA$1.09
The Hill2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.29
The Apartment Place1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.07
Maple Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairfax?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairfax is at Bluestem Reserve Apartments listed at $830.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $644 at Riverview Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairfax Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is starting from $621 at Copper Flats.

What is the most affordable Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Erin Apartments and starts from $1,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.