
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Spencer, SD from $600 (46 Rentals)
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University Hills Village

Autumn Grove Apartments

Crooks Reserve

The Boundary

Lake Area Townhomes

Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes

Flats on Havens

Yukon at Benson
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Sunset Villas Apartments

Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes

Silos at Ellis Crossing

Marion Crossing Apartments

Edgerton Place

Westview Heights Apartments, LLC

Stoney Creek Townhomes

Parkview Apartments and Townhomes

Hillcrest Heights Apartments
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41st Street Commons

Jefferson Heights Apartments, LLC

West Briar

Washington Flats

West Briar Commons

The Brixx

The Brixx 2

Retreat on 22nd

West Oaks Estate
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Boulder Creek Apartments

Forty One Flats

Copper Flats

Heritage High Apartments

716 W Ash Ave

Cathedral Square Apartments

Greenridge Apartments

1301 John Deere Cir

University Hill Village - UHV Building 2
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University Hills Village - UHV Building 4

223 N Main St

618 S Edmunds St

2800 W McClellan St

Pheasant Ridge Village Apartments

Golden Prairie

1200 E 3rd Ave

713-715 W 16th St

623 E Hanson Ave
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414 E 7th Ave
Spencer, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spencer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Studio Apartments | $899 | $775 | $1,195 |
| Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $996 | $645 | $1,550 |
| Spencer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $895 | $1,874 |
| Spencer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,095 | $2,009 |
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Cheapest Available Spencer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spencer, SD is a 2 Beds unit found at Forty One Flats priced from $612. Egan Avenue Residence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spencer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forty One Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $612 |
| Egan Avenue Residence | Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| University Hills Village | Unit Type W - Studio/1 BA - Non-Smoking | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Crooks Reserve | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | Tallgrass | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Sunset Villas Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | Rent Special - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apts | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Silos at Ellis Crossing | Apartment Style- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Stoney Creek Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Parkview Apartments and Townhomes | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spencer, SD and Nearby
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spencer area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Lake Area Townhomes in the starting from $1,535. The second greatest value Spencer apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Model at Marion Crossing Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Spencer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Area Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
| Marion Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Stoney Creek Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Boulder Creek Apartments | 2bd/2ba Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| West Oaks Estate | 2 bd, 2 ba Lower Level Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 41st Street Commons | b1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Hillcrest Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom + Den Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Forty One Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Parkview Apartments and Townhomes | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | Rent Special - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apts | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spencer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Spencer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Spencer is at University Hills Village listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment is $645 at Egan Avenue Residence.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Spencer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Spencer is starting from $612 at Forty One Flats.
What is the most affordable Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkview Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,095.
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