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property at 1121 N 12th St

$1,000 - $1,500

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1121 N 12th St

BismarckND58501
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300 N 31st St
$1,015 - $1,060
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1

300 N 31st St

300 N 31st StBismarck, ND 58501
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property at 9650 136th Ave NE

$1,150

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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9650 136th Ave NE

BismarckND58503
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Garden Grove
Studio to 3 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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Hannifin
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hannifin

624 S Hannifin StBismarck, ND 58504
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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
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

OLD - Newgate South

802 E Interstate AveBismarck, ND 58503
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OLD - Newgate East
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

OLD - Newgate East

2406 N 9th StBismarck, ND 58503
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Eagle Sky I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Sky I

1815-1825 Burnt Boat DrBismarck, ND 58503
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Norma
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Norma

215 N 3rd StBismarck, ND 58501
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Fairview
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fairview

1646 Capitol WayBismarck, ND 58501
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Washington Heights 1
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Heights 1

2723 Hawken StBismarck, ND 58503
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Cambridge Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Apartments

2700 Hawken StBismarck, ND 58501
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property at 505 S 10th St

$800 - $1,600

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505 S 10th St

BismarckND58504

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100 West Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 West Main

100 W Main AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Bradbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bradbury Apartments

1130-1141 W Owens AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Arbor 400
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor 400

400-406 W Arbor AveBismarck, ND 58504
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Belmont Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Belmont Apartments

205 W Interstate AveBismarck, ND 58503
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Brentwood II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood II

115 W Bismarck ExpyBismarck, ND 58504
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Eastbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastbrook Apartments

3100-3110 E Rosser AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

205 N 2nd StBismarck, ND 58501
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Pebble Creek
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pebble Creek

2907 Iowa LnBismarck, ND 58503
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bismarck, ND

Pricing Updated: 05/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bismarck, ND area range in price from $634 to $5,423 with an overall median price of $2,115. The three Bismarck neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Core District at $750, Renaissance Zone at $750, 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
Downtown Core District$1,300$75012
Renaissance Zone$1,300$75012
Downtown Bismarck$1,682$63420
Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District$1,690$75020
South Bismarck$1,935$75094
Cottonwood$2,065$79579
Riverfront$2,302$79586
East Bismarck$3,382$75029
North Bismarck$3,382$63451

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 $800. Arikara Apartments in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bismarck apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
High RidgeOne Bedroom - Plan 11B1BR,1BA$800
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$825
Arbor 400One Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$845
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950
Belmont ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$985
Waters Edge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Renaissance LoftsFloor Plan L 0/1 - no balcony1BR,1BA$1,100
Corner View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft2BR,1BA$1,265
Sundance ApartmentsHillcrest1BR,1BA$1,293

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, ND

As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bismarck area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1365 sqft Model at Hawk Pointe Apartments in the in the North Bismarck neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Bismarck apartment is the Two Bedroom 2175A Model at Diamond Bend Apartments starting at $1,535 with a $1.31 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.
Hawk Pointe Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath | 1365 sqft3BR,2BA$1.23
Diamond Bend ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 2175A2BR,1.75BA$1.31
Pebble CreekTwo Bedroom 22A2BR,2BA$1.33
Corner View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft2BR,1BA$1.33
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.06
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Waters Edge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Arbor 400One Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.09
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.15
High RidgeOne Bedroom - Plan 11B1BR,1BA$1.26

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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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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 The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes listed at $1,320.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bismarck Apartment is $800 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 $880 at High Ridge.

What is the most affordable Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at High Ridge and starts from $1,045.

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