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225 E Watertown St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
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Property Overview
Oxford Apartments scores highly across multiple factors, achieving an overall rating of 8.3 for its quality as a rental option, a perfect price rating of 10, and a location rating of 9, ensuring residents enjoy convenience and accessibility. With impressive amenities rated 8 and good trustworthiness at 7, it also offers notable advantages like nearby schools, parks, and a vibrant neighborhood with ample dining and social opportunities, contributing to its appeal for those seeking a well-rounded living experience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Eco living
Floor plans
| STUDIO APARTMENT **JAN RENT FREE** | Studio | 1 bath | 370 sqft | $775 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT **JAN RENT FREE** | 1 bed | 1 bath | 637 sqft | $875 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT **JAN RENT FREE** | 2 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $925 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Oxford Apartments
Appliances
| Refrigerator & Range |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 17 |
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About Oxford Apartments
Oxford Apartments cost $775–$925 per month. Located at 225 E Watertown St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA, Oxford Apartments has studio — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Rapid City, renting an apartment at Oxford Apartments is 26% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Rapid City include but are not limited to: 4819 5th St, 4205 Elm Ave
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Oxford Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Oxford Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Oxford Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Oxford Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Oxford Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Oxford Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Oxford Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Oxford Apartments is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Oxford Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Rapid City
Studio apartments at Oxford Apartments cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studios in Rapid City.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% lower than 1-bedrooms in Rapid City.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Oxford Apartments to be 26% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Rapid City.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Rapid City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $990 |
| March 2024 | $922 |
| April 2024 | $928 |
| May 2024 | $982 |
| June 2024 | $992 |
| July 2024 | $965 |
| August 2024 | $976 |
| September 2024 | $961 |
| October 2024 | $906 |
| November 2024 | $900 |
| December 2024 | $900 |
| January 2025 | $915 |
| February 2025 | $950 |
| March 2025 | $922 |
| April 2025 | $909 |
| May 2025 | $937 |
| June 2025 | $943 |
| July 2025 | $915 |
| August 2025 | $920 |
| September 2025 | $901 |
| October 2025 | $905 |
| November 2025 | $909 |
| December 2025 | $915 |
| January 2026 | $900 |
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Can I afford to live at 225 E Watertown St?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$31,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $775.
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Schools near Oxford Apartments
General Beadle Elementary School
10 van buren st
rapid city, SD, 57701
PK, K-5Public
C
Jefferson Academy
21 st joseph st
rapid city, SD, 57701
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Rapid City near 225 E Watertown St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Points of interest for 225 E Watertown St, Rapid City
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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