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Highlights

  • Walk-in closet
  • Dishwashers
  • Remodeled units
  • Laminate flooring
  • On-site professional management team
  • Private balcony or patio area

Location

809 E Minnesota St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
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Management

Complete Property Solutions LLC

Leasing office

(605) 341-2435

Property Overview

Southern Cross Apartments is a highly rated community (8.8/10 overall) with exceptional value, earning perfect scores for both price and amenities. Residents can expect an elevated living experience with features like remodeled units, dishwashers, walk-in closets, laminate flooring, and private balconies or patios, supported by an on-site professional management team. A strong location rating, solid trustworthiness score, and 33-property photos further help renters understand the quality, convenience, and day-to-day experience this property provides.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Southern Cross Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southern Cross 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

2b1b Southern2 bed1 bath1,003 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit availableOur Southern Cross Apartments include 96 units which have all been completely remodeled and offer over 1,000 square feet of living space! Features include micro-range hoods, dishwashers, air conditioning units, laminate flooring in the living areas, and carpeted bedrooms. Closets are roomy, including a walk-in closet in the master bedroom. The kitchen features a cut-out window with a custom butcher block that opens to the large living room and a private balcony or patio area. Last but not least, we have 24-hour maintenance staff and an on-site professional management team that you can count on.
3b2b Southern3 bed2 bath1,251 sqft$1,350 /mo1 unit availableOur Southern Cross Apartments include 96 units which have all been completely remodeled and offer over 1,000 square feet of living space! Features include micro-range hoods, dishwashers, air conditioning units, laminate flooring in the living areas, and carpeted bedrooms. Closets are roomy, including a walk-in closet in the master bedroom. The kitchen features a cut-out window with a custom butcher block that opens to the large living room and a private balcony or patio area. Last but not least, we have 24-hour maintenance staff and an on-site professional management team that you can count on
3b2b WD Southern3 bed2 bath1,264 sqft$1,400 /mo2 units availableOur Southern Cross Apartments include 96 units which have all been completely remodeled and offer over 1,000 square feet of living space! Features include micro-range hoods, dishwashers, air conditioning units, laminate flooring in the living areas, and carpeted bedrooms. Closets are roomy, including a walk-in closet in the master bedroom. The kitchen features a cut-out window with a custom butcher block that opens to the large living room and a private balcony or patio area. Last but not least, we have 24-hour maintenance staff and an on-site professional management team that you can count on.

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Amenities for Southern Cross Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
GasPrivate Patio/Balcony
Washer/Dryer HookupsWater

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Garage ParkingGarages Available
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One-time. Refundable.

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Garage Parking

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HomeApartments in Rapid City Southern Cross Apartments

Our Southern Cross Apartments include 96 units which have all been completely remodeled and offer over 1,000 square feet of living space! Features include micro-range hoods, dishwashers, air conditioning units, laminate flooring in the living areas, and carpeted bedrooms. Closets are roomy, including a walk-in closet in the master bedroom. The kitchen features a cut-out window with a custom butcher block that opens to the large living room and a private balcony or patio area. Last but not least, we have 24-hour maintenance staff and an on-site professional management team that you can count on


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Southern Cross Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southern Cross 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.
How we rated Southern Cross Apartments
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.
Southern Cross 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·10A 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.
Southern Cross Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Southern Cross 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 Southern Cross 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·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 Southern Cross Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Rapid City

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Southern Cross Apartments to be 21% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Rapid City.

3-bedroom apartments at Southern Cross Apartments cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Rapid City.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Rapid City
A table of studio rental data trends in Rapid City
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$984
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
February 2026$913
March 2026$964
April 2026$995
May 2026$1,191
June 2026$1,500

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near Southern Cross Apartments

Grandview Elementary School

3301 grandview dr

rapid city, SD, 57701

K-5Public
C+

Jefferson Academy

21 st joseph st

rapid city, SD, 57701

PK, K-12Public

Patriot Elementary - 06

421 don williams dr

box elder, SD, 57719

K-3Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Rapid City near 809 E Minnesota St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 809 E Minnesota St, Rapid City

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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