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Apartments under $1,000 for Rent in Rapid City, SD

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Living & Renting in Rapid City

Rapid City at a Glance

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$1,172
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Some Transit

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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

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Getting Around Rapid City

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39

Car-Dependent

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Stevens High School - 42

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,686 Students
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Central High School - 41

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,768 Students
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Southwest Middle School - 38

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
660 Students
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West Middle School - 37

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Grades 6-8
612 Students
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South Middle School - 36

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
553 Students
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North Middle School - 35

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Grades 6-8
513 Students
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Dakota Middle School - 31

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
664 Students
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Corral Drive Elementary - 21

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
461 Students
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Pinedale Elementary - 11

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5
365 Students
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Meadowbrook Elementary - 10

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
464 Students
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Valley View Elementary - 13

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5
581 Students
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Grandview Elementary - 06

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Public
Grades K-5
406 Students

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