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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Clubhouse
  • Pet spa
  • On-site dog park
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Fitness room
  • A dog park

Location

1631 4th Street Northeast, Watertown, South Dakota 57201, United States
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Management

Collective LLC

Leasing office

(605) 370-5060

Property Overview

The Plains Apartments is highly rated with a Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting a strong balance of value and amenities, including a fitness room and clubhouse. The property’s location garners a 9 out of 10, providing excellent access to nearby amenities and a vibrant neighborhood. With extensive photos available and a commitment to transparency, it offers a trustworthy rental experience, supported by features that cater to both remote work and social engagement.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Plains Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Plains Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

1631 - StudioStudio1 bath606 sqft$1,035 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=nVUjSZy81Gc Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1631 - 1 Bedroom - Island1 bed1 bath734 sqft$1,225 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here! : https my matterport com show ?m=k5TFqs3tuMz Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1629 - 2A2 bed2 bath1,125 sqft$1,445 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=WFWPM4UxjGa Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1635 - 2A2 bed2 bath1,125 sqft$1,445 /mo2 units availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=WFWPM4UxjGa Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1631 - 2 Bedroom - Galley2 bed2 bath1,125 sqft$1,495 /mo9 units availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchboxx and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=WFWPM4UxjGa Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1635 - 2B2 bed2 bath1,214 sqft$1,545 /mo3 units availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=T883v7sL3DJ Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1629 - 2B2 bed2 bath1,214 sqft$1,545 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=T883v7sL3DJ Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1629 - 3A3 bed2 bath1,362 sqft$1,795 /mo2 units availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=z12HTX5LRtd Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1635 - 3A3 bed2 bath1,362 sqft$1,795 /mo2 units availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=z12HTX5LRtd Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.
1631 - 3 Bedroom3 bed2 bath1,362 sqft$1,795 /mo2 units availableEnjoy a brand new place to call home in Watertown. Discover your perfect home among a variety of unit types, from studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. Experience elevated living with amenities like a dog park, gym, and dog wash. Secure underground parking and garages are available. Plus, we're steps away from Backroads Coffeehouse & Lunchbox and offer onsite staff and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Check out a virtual tour here: https my matterport com show ?m=z12HTX5LRtd Make The Plains your home today by applying now or calling us at 605.370.5060.

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Amenities for The Plains Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stove, Fridge & MicrowaveWasher and Dryer

Tech

Internet

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKFitness Center
Residents LoungeUnderground and Heated Parking

Grounds

Dog Wash Station
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About The Plains Apartments

HomeApartments in Watertown The Plains Apartments

Welcome to The Plains Apartments in Watertown, SD! Our community offers a range of amenities to enhance your lifestyle. Stay active in our fitness room, pamper your furry friends in the pet spa, and let your pups run free in the on-site dog park. Enjoy the convenience of included internet and gather with neighbors in the clubhouse. Experience comfortable living at The Plains Apartments.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Plains Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Plains Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Plains Apartments
Price·9A 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.
The Plains Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
The Plains 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—pets allowed—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.
The Plains 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 The Plains 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.

The Plains Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

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 The Plains Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 338 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 1170 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Watertown

Studio apartments at The Plains Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Watertown.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% higher than 1-bedrooms in Watertown.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Plains Apartments to be 30% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Watertown.

3-bedroom apartments at The Plains Apartments cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Watertown.

Median rents as of Aug 31 2025.
Watertown
A table of studio rental data trends in Watertown
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$985
January 2024$985
February 2024$985
March 2024$985
April 2024$985
May 2024$985
October 2024$700
November 2024$765
January 2025$829
February 2025$829
March 2025$805
April 2025$636
May 2025$600
June 2025$609
July 2025$595
August 2025$1,035

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Schools near The Plains Apartments

Jefferson Elementary School

1701 n maple st

watertown, SD, 57201

K-4Public
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Getting around Watertown near 1631 4th Street Northeast

Walking

2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

0/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Points of interest for 1631 4th Street Northeast, Watertown

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

2/10
Few or no 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

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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