
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lead, SD from $500 (59 Rentals)
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Bender Park Apartments

Miller Apartments

The Place at Estes Park

Robbinsdale Heights 1

The Place at Hainesway

Civic Plaza Apartments

LaCrosse Estates Apartment Homes

Bridgewood Estates

Canyon Lake
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Enchanted Pines

Countryside Apartments

Sedona Flats

Champion Villas

58 Dunlop Ave, Unit 7

Hollow Gulch

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124 Charles St, Unit 2 Floor

Tallgrass Apartments

12th Street Apartments

Shepherd Hills Commons
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Copper Ridge Apartments

Auburn Hills

Sagebrush Flats

Candlewood Apartments

Summerset Heights

Country Bluff Apartments

The Elements, LLC

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Prairie Tree

Sheridan Lake Apartments

Red Rock Apartments
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Deadwood Ridge Apartments

Harmony Heights

Block5

The VUE at Catron

Summerset Village

Buffalo Run

Stoney Creek Highlands

The Altitude Villas 1

Stonegate Community

The Altitude Flats
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Founders Park Village

Camden Heights

Spearfish Estates

The Meadows

14 E Quincy St

820 Holcomb Ave

411 E Denver St

Rapid Creek Apartments

440 N Creek Dr

318 National St
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Lead, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead Studio Apartments | $1,114 | $665 | $1,588 |
| Lead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $547 | $2,278 |
| Lead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $726 | $2,970 |
| Lead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,060 | $2,981 |
| Lead 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,764 | $1,764 |
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Cheapest Available Lead Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lead, SD is a 2 Beds unit found at Civic Plaza Apartments in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood priced from $865. LaCrosse Estates Apartment Homes in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $886. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lead apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden Level | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| LaCrosse Estates Apartment Homes | HOT SIZZLIN SUMMER DEALS! $500 DEPOSIT! NO APPL... | 1BR,1BA | $886 |
| Bridgewood Estates | Open living space + spacious master *WAITLIST* | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Canyon Lake | The Teddy | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| The Place at Hainesway | Two Beds, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Enchanted Pines | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Hollow Gulch | Rill | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Tallgrass Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Copper Ridge Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lead, SD and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lead area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2/1.5 - 1,632 TH Model at Spearfish Estates in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Lead apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Stonegate Community starting at $1,495 with a $1.27 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spearfish Estates | 2/1.5 - 1,632 TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Stonegate Community | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Champion Villas | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Countryside Apartments | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| The Place at Estes Park | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 312 Grandview Dr, Unit 1 | 312 Grandview Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Place at Hainesway | Two Beds, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 124 Charles St, Unit 2 Floor | 124 Charles St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 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 Lead Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lead?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lead is at Canyon Lake listed at $930.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lead Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lead Apartment is $886 at LaCrosse Estates Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lead Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lead is starting from $865 at Civic Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lead Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lead Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bridgewood Estates and starts from $1,245.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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