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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fargo, ND

Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fargo, ND area range in price from $200 to $5,025 with an overall median price of $1,886. The three Fargo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South High at $200, Roosevelt at $450, and Westgate at $420. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fargo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South High$1,032$2001692
Roosevelt$1,210$4501007
Westgate$1,270$4203213
Roosevelt-NDSU$1,310$4501439
Lewis and Clark$1,370$2003040
Lincoln$1,445$4202908
Brunsdale$1,470$4202661
NDSU$1,477$4501118
West Acres$1,600$2009877
Willow Park$1,600$52512302

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
Edgewood Court Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$445
Southwood ApartmentsStudio - LStudio,1BA$450
Green ApartmentsStudio/Efficiency @ 1538 27 Ave S FargoStudio,1BA$455
Silver Leaf Apartments (North Fargo)Studio - No kitchenStudio,1BA$480
South View ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$485
Sunrise Estates-New0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$500
Valley1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$500
Birchwood 1Efficiency 01AStudio,1BA$500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fargo, ND

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fargo area is the $0.71 price per square foot Two Bedroom 21A Model at Prairiewood Courts in the in the West Acres neighborhood starting from $675. The second greatest value Fargo apartment is the Two Bedroom 21A Model at North Manor starting at $635 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Northport 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.
Prairiewood CourtsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.71
North ManorTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.67
Country ClubTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.73
Patricia AnnTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.66
Sargent ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21B2BR,1BA$0.72
Brookfield I, II & IIITwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.75
Edgewood Court Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.58
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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Edgewood Court Apartments which is listed at $445, while the average apartment in Fargo costs $1,886.

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 2,369 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 $733 which is $1,153 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fargo.

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