
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Spencer, SD from $460 (60 Rentals)
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Egan Avenue Residence

Crooks Reserve

Autumn Grove Apartments

Sunset Villas Apartments

Lake Area Townhomes

Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes

Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes

Hillcrest Heights Apartments

University Hills Village
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Flats on Havens

Silos at Ellis Crossing

Edgerton Place

Stoney Creek Townhomes

West Oaks Estate

Westview Heights Apartments, LLC

Boulder Creek Apartments

41st Street Commons

Parkview Apartments and Townhomes
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Marion Crossing Apartments

Jefferson Heights Apartments, LLC

The Boundary

West Briar

The Apex

West Briar Commons

Washington Flats

The Brixx

Retreat on 22nd

The 41Ellis
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Copperleaf Townhomes

2200 N Main Ave

Rocky Ridge Townhomes

Harvest Ridge Townhomes

The Muse

Forty One Flats

Copper Flats

309 W Washington Ave

Heritage High Apartments

Cathedral Square Apartments
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Greenridge Apartments

University Hill Village - UHV Building 2

101 W Wisconsin St

223 N Main St

University Hills Village - UHV Building 4

Pheasant Ridge Village Apartments

102 Haley Ct

Golden Prairie

46018 238th St

1019 W 4th Ave
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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 | $908 | $780 | $1,125 |
| Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $460 | $1,580 |
| Spencer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $550 | $1,934 |
| Spencer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,145 | $2,520 |
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Cheapest Available Spencer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spencer, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashbrook Trail Apartments priced from $460. Forty One Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $612. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spencer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbrook Trail Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $460 |
| Forty One Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $612 |
| Copper Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $621 |
| Egan Avenue Residence | Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Crooks Reserve | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Sunset Villas Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| University Hills Village | K# Unit - Studio/1 BA - Non-Smoking | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Hillcrest Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Silos at Ellis Crossing | Apartment Style- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spencer, SD and Nearby
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spencer area is the $1.25 price per square foot Rent Special - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhomes Model at Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes in the starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Spencer apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Lake Area Townhomes starting at $855 with a $0.72 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | Rent Special - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| Marion Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Stoney Creek Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Boulder Creek Apartments | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Copper Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Parkview Apartments and Townhomes | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Ashbrook Trail Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Sunset Villas Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Forty One Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
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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 Crooks Reserve listed at $780.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment is $460 at Ashbrook Trail Apartments.
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 $550 at Ashbrook Trail Apartments.
What is the most affordable Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stoney Creek Townhomes and starts from $1,145.
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