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Rapid City 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 08, 2026

There are currently 27 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Rapid City, SD neighborhoods that range in price from $547 to $2,278. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Rapid City with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Rapid City27$1,100$547

Largest Available Rapid City 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rapid City, SD is found at Countryside Apartments and is 1,240 square feet priced from $1,575. Johnson Ranch Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 920 square feet and currently listed start at $1,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Rapid City:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Countryside Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath1,240 Sq Ft$1,575
Johnson Ranch Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom920 Sq Ft$1,195
Copper Ridge ApartmentsF869 Sq Ft$1,450
Mountain View Village1/1855 Sq Ft$1,240
The MeadowsBungalow820 Sq Ft$1,395
Tallgrass ApartmentsE816 Sq Ft$1,250
Champion Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment801 Sq Ft$1,175
Enchanted Pines1 Bedroom774 Sq Ft$1,200
Creekside Heights Apartments, LLC1Bed/1Bath689 Sq Ft$1,150
The Pines at Rapid1/1613 Sq Ft$1,225

Cheapest Available Rapid City 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rapid City, SD is the One Bedroom 40% Model starting from $616 at The Radiant in the Downtown Rapid City neighborhood. The second most affordable Rapid City 1 Bedroom is the One Bed, One Bath Model at The Place at Hainesway starting at $875 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Rapid City is currently $1,263. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Rapid City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The RadiantOne Bedroom 40%$616
The Place at HaineswayOne Bed, One Bath$875
Bridgewood EstatesOpen living space + spacious master *WAITLIST*$900
CARRIAGE GREENOpen living space + spacious master *WAITLIST*$975
Candlewood Apartments1 Bedroom$985
Sagebrush Flats1 Bed, 1 bath$1,052
Country Bluff ApartmentsThe Jefferson$1,055
BG Flats Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment$1,090
Sedona Flats1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Accessible$1,099

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Rapid City Overview

When most people think of Rapid City, South Dakota, images of beautiful scenery, sunny weather, and friendly people immediately come to mind. Furthermore, apartment living in Rapid City is the perfect way to experience everything that Rapid City has to offer.

Why live in Rapid City, SD?

When it comes to living in Rapid City, a population of over 70,000 have all decided to call this city home. This city is home to thousands of nature lovers. With some of the most majestic mountains, green forests, and diverse wildlife on Earth, anyone enjoying nature will love Rapid City. Access to scenic views doesn't preclude civilization, as this city has plenty of radio, TV stations, attractions, and development that everyone expects in a developed town. While Rapid City is the third largest city in South Dakota, it is a popular place to call home because it doesn't have any of the traffic headaches or commuting nightmares that plague other cities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Rapid City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Rapid City with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Rapid City is at The Radiant listed at $616.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Rapid City Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Rapid City is $1,263.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Rapid City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rapid City is a 1,240 square feet unit starting from $1,575 at Countryside Apartments.

What is the average size for Rapid City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Rapid City is currently 1,450 sq ft.

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