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Missouri View Apartments

814 E Highway 44

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915 W 4th Ave
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1411 E Sioux Ave, Unit Apt F

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1101 W Elm Ave, Unit 1
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716 W Ash Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ideal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal Studio Apartments | $1,185 | $874 | $4,718 |
| Ideal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $499 | $2,036 |
| Ideal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,289 | $750 | $1,840 |
| Ideal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,842 | $1,040 | $1,975 |
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Cheapest Available Ideal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ideal, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Missouri View Apartments priced from $499. 814 E Highway 44 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ideal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri View Apartments | 1 BD, 1 BA Layout | 1BR,1BA | $499 |
| 814 E Highway 44 | Lamro Units | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | Tallgrass | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Edgerton Place | Edgerton Place Phase II - Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Prairie Vista Apartments | 1bd1ba 2nd Floor 836sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ideal, SD and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ideal 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 Ideal apartment is the 3B/2B Townhome Model at Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,975 with a $1.53 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ideal 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 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | 3B/2B Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 1101 W Elm Ave, Unit 1 | 1101 W Elm Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Missouri View Apartments | 2 BEDROOM LAYOUT | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 814 E Highway 44 | Lamro Units | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 1411 E Sioux Ave, Unit Apt F | 1411 E Sioux Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Highlands Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 573 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Edgerton Place | Edgerton Place Phase II - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ideal Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ideal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ideal Apartment is $499 at Missouri View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ideal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ideal is starting from $999 at Missouri View Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ideal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ideal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wheatgrass Village I and starts from $1,465.
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