Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fargo, ND from $400 (435 Rentals)

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fargo, ND

Pricing Updated: 05/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fargo, ND area range in price from $200 to $3,800 with an overall median price of $2,011. The three Fargo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westgate at $420, Carl Ben at $200, and South High at $200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fargo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Westgate$1,370$420116
Carl Ben$1,417$200171
South High$1,425$20090
Brunsdale$1,520$42092
Lincoln$1,530$420111
Lewis and Clark$1,550$200126
Roosevelt-NDSU$1,550$45039
Prairiewood$1,595$54050
West Acres$1,600$200425
Willow Park$1,600$475434

Cheapest Available Fargo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fargo, ND is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arbors at McCormick Park in the West Acres neighborhood priced from $200. Silver Leaf South Fargo in the Hawthorne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $420. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fargo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arbors at McCormick Park3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$200
Silver Leaf South FargoStudio(No Kitchen)Studio,1BA$420
Southwood ApartmentsStudio - SStudio,1BA$430
Amrock ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$445
Green ApartmentsStudio/Efficiency @ 1538 27 Ave S FargoStudio,1BA$455
Green On 10thEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$475
Silver Leaf Apartments (North Fargo)Studio - No kitchenStudio,1BA$480
South View ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$485
White RidgeEfficiency 01AStudio,1BA$495
Sunrise Estates-New0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fargo, ND

As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fargo area is the $0.75 price per square foot Two Bedroom 22B Model at Auburn II in the in the West Acres neighborhood starting from $895. The second greatest value Fargo apartment is the Two Bedroom 21A Model at Pinehurst starting at $835 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the West Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fargo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Auburn IITwo Bedroom 22B2BR,2BA$0.75
PinehurstTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.72
Southmoor Apartments & Townhomes2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.69
Prairie ParkTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.74
North ManorTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.71
North Sky IOne Bedroom 11DA1BR,1BA$0.72
Campus Aire Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.66
Greystone Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.71
Valley1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.73
The Arbors at McCormick Park2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.29

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Fargo Overview

You’ll find plenty of options when looking for Fargo, ND apartments. The city is located in the extreme north of the US. This means that much of the state is very rural. If you love the outdoors, then you’ll love Fargo, ND. Wildlife viewing and camping abound outside of the city. Within Fargo, you’ll find all of the conveniences of a big city and a small-town feel all rolled into one.

Why live in Fargo, ND?

By choosing Fargo, ND for your new home, you won’t be disappointed. If you’re an angler or recreational boater, you’ll love the Red River. One well-known outdoor editor referred to the Red as the “crown jewel” of trophy channel cat fishing. You’ll also find northern pike, walleye and smallmouth bass in its waters. If outdoor activities aren’t your thing or it’s too cold outside, check out the West Acres Mall. With over 120 shops, you’re sure to find something that piques your interest.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fargo, ND

Ranked #1

Among cities in North Dakota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Fargo, ND

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fargo Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fargo?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fargo is under $500.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fargo?

The cheapest apartment in Fargo is Valley which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Fargo costs $2,011.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fargo?

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 189 regular apartments in Fargo 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 Fargo?

Cheap apartments in Fargo have an average cost of $645 which is $1,366 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fargo.

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