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STUDIO, 1 BATH$1,000
220 E Denver St Unit 220.5
220 E Denver St, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
5 BEDS, 3 BATHS$2,550
4717 Southpointe Dr
4717 Southpointe Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,450
231 E Minnesota St
231 E Minnesota St, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,600
618 Saint Joseph St Unit #4
618 Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$875
811 Mallow St Unit 4
811 Mallow St, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,450
4131 Winfield St
4131 Winfield St, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,475
614 E Ohio St
614 E Ohio St, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$845
720 Haines Ave Unit B
720 Haines Ave, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,275
1111 Silver St Unit #2
1111 Silver St, Rapid City, SD 57701 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,100
3515 Sturgis Rd Unit 123
3515 Sturgis Rd, Rapid City, SD 57702 -
3 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,600
1508 Midway St
1508 Midway St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Living & Renting in Rapid City
Rapid City at a Glance
Rapid City, SD Apartments for Rent
Located in western South Dakota, Rapid City sits at the eastern edge of the Black Hills, making it an ideal home base for outdoor enthusiasts and city dwellers alike. Downtown's streets feature bronze presidential statues, earning the city its "City of Presidents" nickname, while Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Badlands National Park are just a short drive away. Apartments for rent in Rapid City span from the historic downtown district to newer communities in the surrounding foothills.
Rapid City's rental market offers value, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,165, placing South Dakota 45th nationally in rental costs. The city is naturally divided by a mountain ridge known as "The Gap," creating distinct eastern and western sections. Residents enjoy recreation along Rapid Creek's pathways, downtown gatherings at Main Street Square, local history at The Journey Museum, and career opportunities in healthcare, tourism, government, and at Ellsworth Air Force Base. The region's climate features warm summers, while winter temperatures are often moderated by Chinook winds.
Why Rapid City?
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial was carved by Gutzon Broglum and his son, Lincoln.
- Custer State Park is South Dakota’s first and largest state park, covering more than 71,000 acres.
- Wind Cave National Park is the densest cave system in the world and the fifth-longest in the world.
- Jewel Cave National Monument contains Jewel Cave, the second-longest cave in the world.
- The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a highly-acclaimed technological university.
- Other Rapid City attractions include Sitting Bull Crystal Caverns, Chapel in the Hills, and Bear County USA.
Renting in Rapid City
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 459 Sq Ft $874 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 715 Sq Ft $1,183 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 901 Sq Ft $1,327 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,199 Sq Ft $1,589 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 892 Sq Ft $1,057 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Rapid City
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Downtown Rapid City 675 Sq Ft $1,516/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Rapid City $1,368/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Rapid City, SD
What are the average rent costs in Rapid City, SD?
The average rent in Rapid City, SD is $1,183.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Rapid City, SD?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Rapid City, SD is $874.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD is $1,183.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD is $1,327.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD is $1,589.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD is $1,057.
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