Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!
2123 Tallgrass Pky,
Brookings, SD 57006
$895 - $1,800
Studio - 2 Beds
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest university, with a history dating back to 1862. Students at SD State have the option to explore nearly 200 academic programs, ranging from aerospace to zoology, with engaged faculty and access to hands-on learning opportunities. Research lies at the heart of SDSU’s land-grant mission, contributing to the university’s unique blend of innovation and tradition.
Various townhomes and apartments are available for rent near the SDSU campus in Brookings, located just one hour north of Sioux Falls. Convenience to I-29 and U.S. 14 also makes commuting to and from SD State simple.
NCAA Division I Jackrabbit athletics, numerous events and speaker series, and more than 200 distinct student organizations keep SDSU buzzing. Brookings offers a small-town feel in addition to museums, galleries, restaurants, shops, and parks. Cities like Minneapolis, Omaha, and Fargo are all less than a four-hour drive from campus. However, the SDSU motto states: “Be Great. Start Here.”
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Brookings, SD is $876 for a studio, $1,080 for one bedroom, $1,132 for two bedrooms, and $1,445 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Brookings has increased by 3.5% in the past year.
Studio
473 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$876/month
Average Rent
1 BR
664 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,080/month
Average Rent
2 BR
905 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,132/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,135 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,445/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Public
Grades 4-5
529 Students
Public
Grades K-3
323 Students
Public
Grades K-3
473 Students
Public
Grades K-3
305 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
Gs Mickelson Middle School - 02
Public
Grades 6-8
751 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,050 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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