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Brookings, SD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brookings Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookings, SD is a Studio unit found at Southland Court in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood priced from $795. Trails Head in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookings apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Southland CourtStudio - BStudio,1BA$795
Trails HeadDriftwoodStudio,1BA$890
Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!StarlingStudio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookings, SD and Nearby

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brookings area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Brookings Prairie View Townhomes in the starting from $1,563. The second greatest value Brookings apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 1009 Southland Ln starting at $965 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookings apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brookings Prairie View Townhomes3 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.23
1009 Southland Ln1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.44
Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!Finch1BR,1BA$1.80
Trails HeadDriftwoodStudio ,1BA$2.17
Southland CourtStudio - BStudio ,1BA$2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookings

What type of rentals are currently available in Brookings?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Brookings, SD with pricing that ranges from $775 to $1,900. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookings ranging from $750 to $3,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brookings?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brookings ranges from $750 to $3,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,840.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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