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Arlington, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Arlington Studio Apartments | $955 | $745 | $1,346 |
Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $820 | $2,347 |
Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $740 | $2,396 |
Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $399 | $2,844 |
Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, SD is a Studio unit found at Southland Court in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood priced from $795. Lake Area Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Southland Court | Efficiency - B | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
West Oaks Estates | Efficiency Unit | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, SD and Nearby
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.03 price per square foot TH 4P/B - 1,640 Model at Wheatgrass Village I in the starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at One & Two Willow Creek starting at $1,465 with a $1.12 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wheatgrass Village I | TH 4P/B - 1,640 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
One & Two Willow Creek | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Thelin Center | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Fifth Street Apartments & Townhouses | Upper Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Lake Area Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.69 |
Falls Park Apartments | Rushmore | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
110 W 10th St | Model A | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Generations on 1st | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Getting Around Arlington, SD
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington is at Southland Court listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment is $820 at Lake Area Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arlington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington is starting from $950 at Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Falls Park Apartments and starts from $926.
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