What is the average apartment size in Sioux Falls?

The average size for a Sioux Falls, SD apartment is 920 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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Sioux Falls is $1,155 per month, a 1.85% increase from last years average of $1,134.

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

In Sioux Falls, studios rent for $788 per month, one-bedroom units average $963 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,220 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,544 per month

What is the average apartment size in Sioux Falls?

The typical apartment in Sioux Falls offers about 920 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 491 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 715 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,009 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,270 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Sioux Falls are Downtown Sioux Falls ($1,449/month), Pana ($1,453/month), and West Pointe Estates ($1,513/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 ($818/month), Cottonwood Heights ($880/month), and River Run ($922/month), all below the citywide average of $1,155.

Last updated: April 05, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Sioux Falls is $1,155, a 1.85% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,134.

Studio Apartments at $788 offer the most budget-friendly option with 491 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 715 square feet for $963, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,220 offer 1,009 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,270 sq ft) for $1,544, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Sioux Falls, SD

Last updated: April 05, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,155	920 sq. ft.
Studio	$788	491 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$963	715 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,220	1,009 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,544	1,270 sq. ft.

Sioux Falls, SD rent trends

Rental prices in Sioux Falls, SD have increased by 1.85% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,134 to $1,155.

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?

33,159 or 40% of the households in Sioux Falls, SD are renter-occupied while 49,677 or 60% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?

Timberline Estates $818/month

Cottonwood Heights $880/month

River Run $922/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,155/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?

Downtown Sioux Falls $1,449/month

Pana $1,453/month

West Pointe Estates $1,513/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	$1,513
Pana	$1,453
Downtown Sioux Falls	$1,449
Copper Creek	$1,406
Briarwood Estates	$1,400
Westwood Valley	$1,374
Hazeltine	$1,267
Grand Prairie	$1,262
Elrod's	$1,229
Shield's	$1,213
Barber's	$1,205
Platinum Valley	$1,186
Hein's	$1,177
Ponderosa Place	$1,163
Whispering Woods	$1,155
Dakota Prairie	$1,107
Morrow's	$1,084
Brooks Crossing	$1,013
River Run	$922
Cottonwood Heights	$880
Timberline Estates	$818

Sioux Falls | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Barber's is 14% lower than in Briarwood Estates

$1,205

Barber's rent is 4% higher than Sioux Falls average

Average Rent $1,205

$1,400

Briarwood Estates rent is 21% higher than Sioux Falls average

Average Rent $1,400

How Sioux Falls Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Sioux Falls	$1,155
Black Hills	$1,356
Rapid City	$1,314
Mitchell	$1,125
Harrisburg	$1,306
Brookings	$1,223
Tea	$1,068
Aberdeen	$1,099
Watertown	$1,062
Box Elder	$1,470
Vermillion	$1,466
Yankton, SD	$1,251

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.