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440 N Creek DrRapid City, SD 57703

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Lead, SD Local Guide

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. Bridgewood Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lead apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Civic Plaza Apartments2 Bedroom Garden Level2BR,1BA$865
Bridgewood EstatesOpen living space + spacious master1BR,1BA$870
Canyon Lake ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$930
The Place at HaineswayTwo Beds, One Bath2BR,1BA$949
Moonlight Apartment ComplexStudioStudio,1BA$975
Candlewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$979
Countryside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Copper Ridge ApartmentsAStudio,1BA$1,025
The Place at Estes ParkTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1,049
Deadwood Ridge ApartmentsB1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lead, SD and Nearby

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lead 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 Lead 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 Lead apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonegate Community3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.27
Founders Park VillageBrennan $1,0852BR,2BA$1.34
Rapid Creek Apartments3Bed/2Bath3BR,2BA$1.40
The Place at Estes ParkTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.08
Sheridan Lake ApartmentsThe Windsor2BR,1BA$1.19
Country Bluff ApartmentsThe Roosevelt2BR,1BA$1.37
Prairie Tree Apartments2C2BR,1.25BA$1.31
Bridgewood EstatesOpen living space + spacious master1BR,1BA$1.18
Candlewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Civic Plaza Apartments2 Bedroom Garden Level2BR,1BA$1.29

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Getting Around Lead, SD

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

10 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Apartments listed at $925.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lead Apartment is $870 at Bridgewood Estates.

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 $1,205.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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