4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Brookings, SD
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Brookings, South Dakota as of July 2026. That's +40% higher than the citywide median of $1,100 and +39% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Brookings
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Brookings
Compare Brookings's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in South Dakota
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mitchell | $1,460 |
| 2 | Aberdeen | $1,470 |
| 3 | Brookings (this page) | $1,540 |
| 4 | Sioux Falls | $1,806 |
| 5 | Box Elder | $1,860 |
| 6 | Rapid City | $1,950 |
| 7 | Tea | $1,980 |
| 8 | Harrisburg | $2,050 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in South Dakota
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $2,050 |
| 2 | Tea | $1,980 |
| 3 | Rapid City | $1,950 |
| 4 | Box Elder | $1,860 |
| 5 | Sioux Falls | $1,806 |
| 6 | Brookings (this page) | $1,540 |
| 7 | Aberdeen | $1,470 |
| 8 | Mitchell | $1,460 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Brookings.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Brookings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 53.4 mi | $1,806 | +$266 (+17%) |
| Tea, SD | 59.5 mi | $1,980 | +$440 (+29%) |
| Harrisburg, SD | 62 mi | $2,050 | +$510 (+33%) |
| Mitchell, SD | 95.8 mi | $1,460 | $-80 (-5%) |
| Sioux City, IA | 131.9 mi | $1,430 | $-110 (-7%) |
| Wahpeton, ND | 135.4 mi | $1,560 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Aberdeen, SD | 144.4 mi | $1,470 | $-70 (-5%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Brookings — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Brookings?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Brookings, South Dakota is $1,540 per month. This is +40% higher than the citywide median of $1,100.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Brookings?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $61,600 ($5,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.62/hour at a full-time job.
Is Brookings expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Brookings's 4+ bedroom median of $1,540 is +39% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 8th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Brookings rank for 4+ bedroom rent in South Dakota?
Among the 8 cities in South Dakota with 4+ bedroom data, Brookings ranks #3 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Brookings?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Mitchell ($1,460), Sioux City ($1,430), Aberdeen ($1,470).