
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Yale, SD from $300 (60 Rentals)
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Mary's Heights Apartments

Egan Avenue Residence

Innovation Village

Depot Apartments

Lake Area Townhomes

The Oaks

Archer Flats

Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes

Wheatgrass Village I
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Flats on Havens

Trails Head

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Prairie Springs Apartments

Edgerton Place

Paragon

Sweetgrass Crossing

Wilkeshire Apartments

Latitude 44

Sioux Village
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Lofts at Willow Creek

The Lofts

SunHill

Prairie Village Apartments

Aberdeen Communities

Wilmot Estates Apartments

Generations on 1st

Marketplace Apartments

One & Two Willow Creek

The Plains Apartments
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Reserve Flats

WestSide Apartments

Copper Flats

608 S Wisconsin St

Heritage High Apartments

716 W Ash Ave

Cathedral Square II

1631 Olive Dr

Greenridge Apartments

1301 John Deere Cir
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223 N Main St

203 S Covell Ave

828 W 2nd Ave

630 S High St

Southland Court

408 N Main St

Parkview Apartments and Townhomes

1009 Southland Ln

Golden Prairie

1020 E 1st Ave
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Yale, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Yale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yale Studio Apartments | $965 | $815 | $1,155 |
| Yale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $399 | $1,980 |
| Yale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $545 | $1,975 |
| Yale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $870 | $2,300 |
| Yale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Yale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Yale, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at West Oaks Estate priced from $399. Mary's Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $455. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Yale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Oaks Estate | 1 bdr/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $399 |
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $455 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | Tallgrass | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Trails Head | Driftwood | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| Edgerton Place | Edgerton Place Phase II - Studio | Studio,1BA | $910 |
| Paragon | The Vista | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Flats on Havens | Hurst | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| Latitude 44 | The Cove | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Sioux Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yale, SD and Nearby
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Yale area is the $0.98 price per square foot 2 Bedroom PIIB Model at Lake Area Townhomes in the starting from $1,580. The second greatest value Yale apartment is the 3x2 Model at 100 W 10th St starting at $1,650 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Yale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Area Townhomes | 2 Bedroom PIIB | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| 100 W 10th St | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 1501 N Grove Pl | 3Bed,2.5Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Mary's Heights Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Golden Prairie | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Second Floor | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Innovation Village | Enterprise E | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Plains Apartments | 1635 - 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| West Oaks Estate | 2 bd 2 bath Upper Level Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Wilkeshire Apartments | Fairview | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Wheatridge Apartments & Townhomes | Tallgrass | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Yale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Yale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Yale is at Trails Head listed at $890.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Yale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Yale Apartment is $399 at West Oaks Estate.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Yale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Yale is starting from $545 at Mary's Heights Apartments.
What is the most affordable Yale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Yale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mary's Heights Apartments and starts from $870.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.