
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, AR from $500 (46 Rentals)
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Grand Point Bay Apartments

Fountain Lakes

Kirklin Heights Apartments

Dogwood Lakes

Eagle Hill I/IV

Eagle Nest

Crossing at Nandina

Higdon Ferry Apartments
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The Greens at Hurricane Creek

The Fairways at Hurricane Creek

The Lakes at Hurricane Creek

The Greens at Longhills I/II

Otter Creek Villas

Ashley Kate Apartments

Chapel Ridge of Hot Springs

Ridgewood

St. Regis at Hurricane Lake
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Earl’s Point Condominiums

Somerset Apartments

ReNew Otter Creek

Forrest Hills Apartments

125 Oak Street apartments

Whisper Valley at Quartier

The Cottages at Otter Creek

Village Square of Hot Springs

Gateway Woods
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The Pointe! at Hot Springs

Village at Gateway

Wimbledon Green

Ridge at Lake Hamilton

127 Andoe St

Fieldstone Townhomes of Bryant

Ouachita Commons

314 Hagen St

Peaks at Hot Springs
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104 Selma St

143 Alpine St

2025 Old Dallas Rd

427 Bower St

105 Chambers Point

3345 Malvern Rd

150 Sun St

417 Houston Dr

153 Rocky Reef Cir
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834 Malvern Ave
Bismarck, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bismarck?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck Studio Apartments | $1,179 | $959 | $1,400 |
| Bismarck 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $600 | $1,775 |
| Bismarck 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $740 | $2,200 |
| Bismarck 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $995 | $2,500 |
| Bismarck 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $1,599 | $1,694 |
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Cheapest Available Bismarck Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bismarck, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Indiandale Apartments priced from $675. Eagle Hill I/IV in the Ward 7 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bismarck apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiandale Apartments | 1.1S | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Eagle Hill I/IV | Custom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Eagle Nest | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Higdon Ferry Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Fountain Lakes | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
| The Greens at Hurricane Creek | Classic Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| The Fairways at Hurricane Creek | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| The Lakes at Hurricane Creek | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| The Greens at Longhills I/II | Classic Deluxe IV - Phase I | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Otter Creek Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $848 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, AR and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bismarck area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at 125 Oak Street apartments in the starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Bismarck apartment is the 3Bed2Bath Model at Earl’s Point Condominiums starting at $1,325 with a $0.91 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 Oak Street apartments | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Earl’s Point Condominiums | 3Bed2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| The Pointe! at Hot Springs | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Chapel Ridge of Hot Springs | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Dogwood Lakes | Standard Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Crossing at Nandina | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Ashley Kate Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Otter Creek Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Fountain Lakes | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Indiandale Apartments | 1.1S | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bismarck Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bismarck Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bismarck Apartment is $675 at Indiandale Apartments.
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 $805 at Fountain Lakes.
What is the most affordable Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Indiandale Apartments and starts from $995.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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