
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, ND from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Arikara Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

516 Gary Ave

2620 E D Ave

Kirkwood Park Apartments

Crestview Manor Apartments

527 N 19th St

Kirkwood Manor Apartments

Century East Apartments

Hawken Ridge Apartments

908 1/2 N 12th St, Unit Short Term Furnished Apt

305 W Bismarck Expy

808 N 18th St

Highland Meadows Apartment Community
Bismarck, ND Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bismarck?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Bismarck Studio Apartments | $1,344 | $1,100 | $1,790 |
Cheap Bismarck 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $675 | $2,375 |
Cheap Bismarck 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $634 | $4,154 |
Cheap Bismarck 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $930 | $4,048 |
Cheap Bismarck 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $3,235 | $4,482 |
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Bismarck, ND Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bismarck, ND
Pricing Updated: 03/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bismarck, ND area range in price from $634 to $4,482 with an overall median price of $1,809. The three Bismarck neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Bismarck at $634, Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District at $675, and Downtown Core District at $675. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bismarck Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Bismarck | $1,277 | $634 | 4654 |
Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District | $1,300 | $675 | 4551 |
Downtown Core District | $1,347 | $675 | 4889 |
Renaissance Zone | $1,347 | $675 | 4881 |
Riverfront | $1,445 | $715 | 3722 |
Cottonwood | $1,525 | $750 | 3856 |
South Bismarck | $1,572 | $715 | 4498 |
East Bismarck | $3,235 | $735 | 1566 |
North Bismarck | $3,235 | $634 | 4229 |
Cheapest Available Bismarck Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bismarck, ND is a 1 Bed unit found at High Ridge in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood priced from $675. Parkview Arms in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bismarck apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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High Ridge | One Bedroom - Plan 11B | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Parkview Arms | One Bedroom 11C | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Kirkwood Park Apartments | 215 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Crestview Manor Apartments | Crestview Manor 5 - 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Kirkwood Manor Apartments | Kirkwood Manor 5 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $810 |
Century East Apartments | Century East 3 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $825 |
Calgary Apartments | Calgary 1 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
Sunset Ridge Apartment Community | Fairview 21A | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
Waters Edge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, ND
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bismarck area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3 Bed/ 2.5 Bath 2200 SQ. FT. Model at West Bay Park in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Bismarck apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath 1174 sq ft Model at Corner View Apartments starting at $1,345 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bismarck apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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West Bay Park | 3 Bed/ 2.5 Bath 2200 SQ. FT. | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.83 |
Corner View Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath 1174 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Diamond Bend Apartments | Two Bedroom 2175A | 2BR,1.75BA | $1.07 |
Kirkwood Park Apartments | 215 - 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom at Meadow Ridge | 2BD/2BA/1CAR - 3RD FLOOR | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Kirkwood Manor Apartments | Kirkwood Manor 4 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Calgary Apartments | Calgary 1 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Century East Apartments | Century East 1 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Crestview Manor Apartments | Crestview Manor 5 - 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Parkview Arms | One Bedroom 11C | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Bismarck Overview
Bismarck is a city of about 70,000 located in Burleigh County, North Dakota. The city is the capital of North Dakota and has the bustling energy of a big town, but still with a small-town suburban charm. Bismarck is home to young professionals who own homes and rent apartments in Bismarck to enjoy the nightlife, coffee shops, bars, and businesses Bismarck has to offer.
Why live in Bismarck, ND?
On Niche, most people admit that Bismarck is a smaller city, but living in homes and apartments in Bismarck is an experience that brings calm and quiet to daily life. Tight-knit communities and mid-west charm are a staple of this city. Yet abundant bars, nightlife, and life by the Missouri River all bring a sense of urban and suburban balance to this city. Cold winters are memorable, as are summer-filled days fishing and swimming nearby. In addition, costs of living in Bismarck apartments and homes is relatively cheap compared to the rest of the U.S., making life here stress-free.
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Getting Around Bismarck, ND
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bismarck Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bismarck?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bismarck is under $1,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bismarck?
The cheapest apartment in Bismarck is High Ridge which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Bismarck costs $1,809.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bismarck?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,329 regular apartments in Bismarck that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bismarck?
Cheap apartments in Bismarck have an average cost of $135 which is $1,674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bismarck.
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