
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stratford, SD from $400 (29 Rentals)
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262 2nd St SW

200 7th Ave

Mary's Heights Apartments

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221 15th St N, Unit D4, Unit D4

Oakes I & II Apartments

Gwinner I & II Apartments
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528-530 6th Ave NE

Archer Flats

The Oaks

Presentation Heights

942 E 3rd St, Unit B, Unit B

Prairie Village Apartments
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SunHill Bryant

19 8th Ave SW

The Lofts
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Generations on 1st

Aberdeen Communities

1631 Olive Dr

630 S High St

Parkside Place
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1229 1st Ave SE
Stratford, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stratford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Studio Apartments | $956 | $865 | $1,062 |
| Stratford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $455 | $10,000+ |
| Stratford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $545 | $6,300 |
| Stratford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,187 | $800 | $1,474 |
| Stratford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $910 | $1,810 |
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Cheapest Available Stratford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stratford, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at Mary's Heights Apartments priced from $455. Gwinner I & II Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stratford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $455 |
| Gwinner I & II Apartments | 1 br/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Archer Flats | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| The Oaks | Studio | Studio,1BA | $866 |
| Generations on 1st | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Aberdeen Communities | 1 BED 1BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| SunHill Lake Norden | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford, SD and Nearby
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stratford area is the $0.60 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Mary's Heights Apartments in the starting from $800. The second greatest value Stratford apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at SunHill Lake Norden starting at $1,300 with a $1.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Stratford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| SunHill Lake Norden | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Generations on 1st | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Gwinner I & II Apartments | 1 br/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 221 15th St N, Unit D4 | 221 15th St N | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
| Aberdeen Communities | 1 BED 1BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Oaks | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
| Archer Flats | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stratford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment is $455 at Mary's Heights Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stratford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stratford is starting from $545 at Mary's Heights Apartments.
What is the most affordable Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mary's Heights Apartments and starts from $800.
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