
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Preston, SD from $300 (57 Rentals)
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West Oaks Estate

Mary's Heights Apartments

Egan Avenue Residence

Yukon at Benson

Innovation Village

Maple Pass Apartments and Townhomes in Hartford, SD

University Hills Village

Lake Area Townhomes

Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes
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Archer Flats

The Oaks

Marion Crossing Apartments

Wheatgrass Village I

Flats on Havens

Trails Head

Edgerton Place

Paragon

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Wilmot Estates Apartments
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Wilkeshire Apartments

Latitude 44

Thelin Center

Sweetgrass Crossing

The Brixx 2 Apartments

The Lofts

Sioux Village

Lofts at Willow Creek

SunHill Bryant

Marketplace Apartments
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Generations on 1st

Copper Flats

Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

617 S Prairie Ave

407 N Covell Ave

608 S Wisconsin St

Heritage High Apartments

Cathedral Square II

Greenridge Apartments

1301 John Deere Cir
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University Hill Village - UHV Building 2

223 N Main St

625 S Prairie Ave

203 S Covell Ave

828 W 2nd Ave

University Hills Village - UHV Building 4

Southland Court

Parkview Apartments and Townhomes

1009 Southland Ln

Golden Prairie
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Lake Preston, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Preston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Preston Studio Apartments | $923 | $795 | $1,195 |
| Lake Preston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $399 | $1,980 |
| Lake Preston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $545 | $1,975 |
| Lake Preston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $870 | $1,950 |
| Lake Preston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Preston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Preston, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at West Oaks Estate priced from $399. Mary's Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $455. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Preston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Oaks Estate | 1 bdr/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $399 |
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $455 |
| Yukon at Benson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Maple Pass Apartments and Townhomes in Hartford, SD | Rent Special - Studio Apts | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| University Hills Village | Unit Type K3 - Studio/1 BA - Non Smoking | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | Tallgrass | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Edgerton Place | Edgerton Place Phase II - Studio | Studio,1BA | $910 |
| Paragon | The Vista | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Latitude 44 | The Cove | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Preston, SD and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Preston area is the $0.99 price per square foot 2 Bedroom PIIB Model at Lake Area Townhomes in the starting from $1,590. The second greatest value Lake Preston apartment is the 3x2 Model at 100 W 10th St starting at $1,595 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Preston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Area Townhomes | 2 Bedroom PIIB | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| 100 W 10th St | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 1501 N Grove Pl | 3Bed,2.5Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| 110 W 10th St | Model B | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| The Brixx Villas | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| SunHill Lake Norden | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| West Oaks Estate | 1 bdr/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | Tallgrass | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Preston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Preston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Preston is at Yukon at Benson listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Preston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Preston Apartment is $399 at West Oaks Estate.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Preston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Preston is starting from $545 at Mary's Heights Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lake Preston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Preston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mary's Heights Apartments and starts from $870.
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