
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hill City, SD from $500 (40 Rentals)
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The Place at Estes Park

Robbinsdale Heights 1

The Place at Hainesway

Civic Plaza Apartments

Bridgewood Estates

Ponderosa Apartments

Enchanted Pines
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Sedona Flats

Countryside Apartments

Candlewood Apartments

Copper Ridge Apartments

Prairie Tree Apartments

334 Gwinn Ave

Country Bluff Apartments

Champion Villas
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Summerset Heights

Split Creek Commons

Canyon Lake Apartments

Red Rock Apartments

The Elements, LLC

Harmony Heights

Sheridan Lake Apartments

Stoney Creek Highlands
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Gateway Apartments

The Altitude Villas

The VUE at Catron

Boulder Creek Apartments

1626 Evergreen Dr, Unit 16, Unit 16

811 6th St

901 4th Ave

Rapid Creek Apartments
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318 National St

216 E Denver St

KC Lofts

Boulder Creek Estates

107 Gumbo Dr

Butterfly Apartments

517 E Saint Patrick St

Summerset Village
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Hill City, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hill City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill City Studio Apartments | $1,108 | $675 | $1,611 |
| Hill City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $547 | $2,278 |
| Hill City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $726 | $3,220 |
| Hill City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $1,080 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available Hill City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hill City, 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 Hill City 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 |
| Countryside 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 Hill City, SD and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hill City 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 Hill City 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 Hill City 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 |
| Summerset Heights | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| The Place at Estes Park | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Sheridan Lake Apartments | The Kensington | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Vista Pointe Apartments | 2-Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Pines at Rapid | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Champion Villas | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 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 Hill City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hill City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hill City is at The Place at Hainesway listed at $730.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hill City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hill City Apartment is $875 at The Place at Hainesway.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hill City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hill City is starting from $865 at Civic Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hill City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hill City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bridgewood Estates and starts from $1,245.
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