What is the average apartment size in Sioux Falls?

The average size for a Sioux Falls, SD apartment is 918 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Sioux Falls?

As of Jun / 2026, the average rent in Sioux Falls is $1,170 per month, a 2.39% increase from last years average of $1,143.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Sioux Falls?

In Sioux Falls, studios rent for $799 per month, one-bedroom units average $989 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,228 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,552 per month

What is the average apartment size in Sioux Falls?

The typical apartment in Sioux Falls offers about 918 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Sioux Falls?

Studio apartments in Sioux Falls average 492 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 708 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,008 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,272 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Sioux Falls are Pana ($1,443/month), Downtown Sioux Falls ($1,472/month), and West Pointe Estates ($1,665/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Sioux Falls, SD Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Sioux Falls?

The typical rent budget in Sioux Falls ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 50% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Sioux Falls?

In Sioux Falls, 40% of households rent while 60% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Sioux Falls include Timberline Estates ($799/month), Cottonwood Heights ($914/month), and River Run ($921/month), all below the citywide average of $1,170.

Last updated: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Sioux Falls is $1,170, a 2.39% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,143.

Studio Apartments at $799 offer the most budget-friendly option with 492 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 708 square feet for $989, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,228 offer 1,008 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,272 sq ft) for $1,552, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Sioux Falls, SD

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,170	918 sq. ft.
Studio	$799	492 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$989	708 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,228	1,008 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,552	1,272 sq. ft.

Sioux Falls, SD rent trends

Rental prices in Sioux Falls, SD have increased by 2.39% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,143 to $1,170.

What's the typical rent budget in Sioux Falls, SD?

The largest share of rentals in Sioux Falls, SD (50%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Sioux Falls, SD?

34,786 or 40% of the households in Sioux Falls, SD are renter-occupied while 51,206 or 60% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?

Timberline Estates $799/month

Cottonwood Heights $914/month

River Run $921/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,170/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?

Pana $1,443/month

Downtown Sioux Falls $1,472/month

West Pointe Estates $1,665/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Sioux Falls, SD By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
West Pointe Estates	$1,665
Downtown Sioux Falls	$1,472
Pana	$1,443
Copper Creek	$1,341
Westwood Valley	$1,340
Hazeltine	$1,296
Dakota Prairie	$1,283
Grand Prairie	$1,274
Whispering Woods	$1,206
Platinum Valley	$1,165
Ponderosa Place	$1,151
Valhalla	$954
River Run	$921
Cottonwood Heights	$914
Timberline Estates	$799

Sioux Falls | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Copper Creek is 47% higher than in Cottonwood Heights

$1,341

Copper Creek rent is 15% higher than Sioux Falls average

Average Rent $1,341

$914

Cottonwood Heights rent is 22% lower than Sioux Falls average

Average Rent $914

How Sioux Falls Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Sioux Falls	$1,170
Black Hills	$1,351
Rapid City	$1,338
Aberdeen	$1,118
Tea	$1,068
Brookings	$1,217
Vermillion, SD	$1,471

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Sioux Falls apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.