1,965 Apartments, Houses, & Townhomes for Rent in South Dakota

Rent prices vary across cities. The place with the most expensive houses for rent in South Dakota is Sioux Falls, for both one-bedroom and two-bedroom units. Huron has some of the lowest rents and most affordable apartments in South Dakota, with considerably lower prices for both one-bedroom and two-bedroom units.

Most South Dakota rentals are single-family homes and duplexes that either have yards or are close to green spaces. Listings in suburban neighborhoods have the highest pet acceptance rates, but renters can also find many pet-friendly apartments. South Dakota's urban areas tend to have lower inventory and higher competition. Before paying any application fees, always ask the landlord for their specific pet policy to understand breed and size restrictions. But remember, these rules don't apply to certified service animals and emotional support animals (ESAs).

There's a steady supply of 55+ communities, assisted living facilities, and income-restricted senior housing. South Dakota's inventory is concentrated in regional hubs with retirement services and healthcare access, such as Rapid City and Aberdeen. Because high demand creates bottlenecks, expect long waitlists. As a best practice, apply early and sign up for multiple waitlists at once. If the facility is in a rural area, be sure to ask about transportation services and winter weather preparedness.

From apartments to South Dakota townhouse rentals, a solid share of the state's inventory is made up of short-term and furnished rentals. South Dakota renters look for month-to-month leases and furnished units for both tourism and work trips. Brookings and Deadwood have a consistent inventory, but flexible, move-in-ready properties are available throughout the state. To find them, use Rentler's 'furnished amenities' and 'lease length' filters.

Luxury rentals are a fast-growing part of South Dakota's market. Prairie Green, Red Rocks Estates, and the Sheridan Lake Road Area are a few of the top areas for high-end inventory. Most of the units are newly-built South Dakota apartments and lofts on the river, with easy access to shopping, dining, and employers. Search for upscale properties with Rentler's 'year built' filter, and sort the results by highest price first.