100 Best Apartments in Rapid City, SD (with reviews)

Q: What are the best apartments in Rapid City, SD?

The best apartments in Rapid City, SD are: The Radiant , Mountain View Village Apartments , Churchill Apartments , Silver Springs Apartment Homes and Pines at Rapid .

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$1,182/mo Rapid City, SD average rental price, May 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Rapid City, SD is $1,182.

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Getting around in Rapid City, SD

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Car-Dependent

26 /100

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Walk Score®: 1, Bike Score®: 26

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Rapid City, SD last updated?

Prices and availability in Rapid City, SD were last updated on 9 Jun 2023.

What are the best apartments in Rapid City, SD?

The best apartments in Rapid City, SD are: The Radiant, Mountain View Village Apartments, Churchill Apartments, Silver Springs Apartment Homes and Pines at Rapid.

What is the average rent in Rapid City, SD?

The average rent in Rapid City, SD is $1,182. Start your search for apartments in Rapid City, SD now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Rapid City, SD?

The price range for a studio apartment in Rapid City, SD is between $1,009 and $2,017. View all studio apartments in Rapid City, SD.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD is between $950 and $2,214. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Rapid City, SD now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD is between $1,015 and $2,421. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Rapid City, SD is between $1,130 and $3,143. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Rapid City, SD.

What type of rental buildings are in Rapid City, SD?

In Rapid City 38% of the housing is rented out compared to 62% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 11% of Rapid City’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 64% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Rapid City, SD?

The average age of rental buildings in Rapid City is 30 years old, with 41% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which 93% are garden-style apartment communities, 9% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Rapid City, SD?

Studio apartments in Rapid City are around 2% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 33% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 51% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Rapid City, SD

Rapid City, SD, is known for being close to the Black Hills mountain range and northwest of Badlands National Park. As such, the whole area is gorgeous, basking in a natural glow from the beautiful nature that’s all around town. Accordingly, hiking trails, family entertainment and many parks give renters lots of things to do in the area. Plus, young families who rent can go to an above-average school system run by the Rapid City Area School District. Just 30 minutes away by car is the famous Mount Rushmore National Memorial, which is primarily what people think of when they visit South Dakota. Overall, the vibe of this quaint town is friendly and appealing with a Main Street Square centered around downtown Rapid City that renters and visitors alike can enjoy with local shops, boutiques and nice places to dine.

Renting in Rapid City, SD

A little less than half of the population of Rapid City rents a home here. In this densely suburban area, renters can enjoy access to suburban amenities around town, including shopping centers; big-box stores; and lots of different parks, like Memorial Park, Founders Park, and Robbinsdale Park with green spaces and a playground. All of these places are near rental apartments in Rapid City. The style of rental apartments here is typical for the area and includes three- or four-story rental apartment buildings that are pet-friendly and have walking trails and fitness centers. Some will even have an outdoor pool and grilling stations that renters can enjoy in the summer. Meanwhile, living in downtown Rapid City affords renters the opportunity to be near restaurants, small shops and coffee places. Plus, there’s a City View Trolley that goes by popular locations all around downtown.

Rapid City, SD demographics

73,942Total Population
36,657 Female

37,285 Male
38.1Median Age

Rapid City, SD has a population of 73,942 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 36,657 of Black Hills’s residents are women and 37,285 are men. The median age of those who live in Rapid City, SD is 38.1.

Shopping in Rapid City, SD

There are many shopping options located in Rapid City near rental apartments. This includes the Uptown Rapid shopping mall, an indoor location with more than 100 stores, a food court and a movie theater. Other shopping in Rapid City includes plazas like the Shops at Rapid City and Rushmore Crossing, which has 58 stores in an outdoor, strip mall-style experience. Renters also commonly go downtown to Main Street Square, which has an ice rink during the winter and a winter market that’s very popular with renters and visitors alike. During the year, renters can also shop in boutique-style stores in the downtown area that are independently owned by locals and have some truly unique specialty items and artisan goods.

Rapid City, SD households

16,970 Family

13,767 Non-family
7,664 Children

23,073 No Children

30,737Total Number of Households
2.29Average People Per Household
$58,072Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 30,737 households in Rapid City, SD. 16,970 are family households and 13,767 are non-family households. There are 7,664 households with children in Black Hills and 23,073 households without children. On average, about 2.29 people live in a household in Rapid City, SD.

Transportation in Rapid City, SD

The public transportation that renters use in Rapid City is run by the Rapid City Rapid Ride, which is a fixed route bus system that goes all throughout town. Or, the City View Trolley is located in the downtown area, making it fun for renters to get between 15 different attractions in downtown that are popular to visit. Alternatively, Interstate 90 is the primary east and west route that goes through Rapid City, so it’s easy for renters to get in and out of town. Otherwise, U.S. Highway 16 goes to the Black Hills, where some renters commute to work. It’s only 42 miles away and isn’t hard to get to. Finally, the airport that most renters use is the Rapid City Regional Airport, which has domestic flights to cities like Denver, Salt Lake City and Dallas.

Rapid City, SD education statistics

The level of education of the population of Rapid City, SD is as follows: 1% have no high school education, 32% completed some high school, 28% partially completed college, 9% have an Associate Degree, 19% have a Bachelor Degree, and 11% have a Graduate Degree.

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