Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, ND from $500 (56 Rentals)

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Garden Grove
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Grove

2010 Xavier StBismarck, ND 58501
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2112 E Divide Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2112 E Divide Ave

2112 E Divide AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

205 N 2nd StBismarck, ND 58501
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Century Cottages
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Century Cottages

2724 Hawken StBismarck, ND 58503
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OLD - Newgate South
2 Bedroom Apartments

OLD - Newgate South

802 E Interstate AveBismarck, ND 58503
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OLD - Newgate East
2 Bedroom Apartments

OLD - Newgate East

2406 N 9th StBismarck, ND 58503
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Rosser Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosser Apartments

2902-2910 E Rosser AveBismarck, ND 58501
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100 West Main
2 Bedroom Apartments

100 West Main

100 W Main AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Cambridge Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Apartments

2700 Hawken StBismarck, ND 58501
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Breton Heights
2 Bedroom Apartments

Breton Heights

4001 Lockport StBismarck, ND 58503
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Veraway Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Veraway Apartments

2055 Xavier StBismarck, ND 58501
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Area 57 C/D
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Area 57 C/D

202 Greenfield LnBismarck, ND 58503
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Belmont Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Belmont Apartments

205 W Interstate AveBismarck, ND 58503
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Pebble Creek
Studio Apartments

Pebble Creek

2907 Iowa LnBismarck, ND 58503
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Parkview Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Arms

1109 Memorial HwyBismarck, ND 58504
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Bradbury Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bradbury Apartments

1130-1141 W Owens AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Newgate
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newgate

2413 N 8th StBismarck, ND 58503
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Norma
1 Bedroom Apartments

Norma

215 N 3rd StBismarck, ND 58501
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Bismarck, ND Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bismarck, ND

Pricing Updated: 02/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bismarck, ND area range in price from $634 to $4,644 with an overall median price of $1,772. The three Bismarck neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Riverfront at $715, Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District at $675, and Downtown Bismarck at $634. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bismarck Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Riverfront$1,255$7153996
Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District$1,300$6755104
Downtown Bismarck$1,300$6345023
Downtown Core District$1,300$6755312
Renaissance Zone$1,300$6755304
South Bismarck$1,387$7154930
Cottonwood$1,400$7304117
East Bismarck$3,356$7201743
North Bismarck$3,356$6344496

Cheapest Available Bismarck Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bismarck, ND is a Studio unit found at Mason in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood priced from $665. High Ridge in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bismarck apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MasonStudio 01AStudio,1BA$665
High RidgeOne Bedroom - Plan 11B1BR,1BA$675
Parkview ArmsOne Bedroom 11C1BR,1BA$690
NormaOne Bedroom 11B1BR,1BA$700
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$715
Bradbury ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$730
Belmont ApartmentsOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$735
Kirkwood Park Apartments215 - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Washington Heights 12 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$755
Pebble CreekEfficiency 01AStudio,1BA$765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, ND

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bismarck area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath 1174 sq ft Model at Corner View Apartments in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Bismarck apartment is the 215 - 3 Bedroom Model at Kirkwood Park Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Corner View Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath 1174 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.11
Kirkwood Park Apartments215 - 3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.00
Washington Heights 12 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.72
Kirkwood Manor ApartmentsKirkwood Manor 4 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,2BA$0.85
Century East ApartmentsCentury East 1 - 2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,2BA$0.93
Bradbury ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.88
Sunset Ridge Apartment CommunitySunset Ridge - Two Bedroom - Plan 21B2BR,1BA$1.22
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.99
Crestview Manor ApartmentsCrestview Manor 5 - 1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
Parkview ArmsOne Bedroom 11C1BR,1BA$1.16

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bismarck Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bismarck?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bismarck is at Mason listed at $665.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bismarck Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bismarck Apartment is $675 at High Ridge.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bismarck Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bismarck is starting from $725 at Bradbury Apartments.

What is the most affordable Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Century East Apartments and starts from $940.

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