Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (24 Rentals)

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515 S 9th St

BismarckND58504

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Hannifin
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hannifin

624 S Hannifin StBismarck, ND 58504
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Norma
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Norma

215 N 3rd StBismarck, ND 58501
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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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Arbor 400
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor 400

400-406 W Arbor AveBismarck, ND 58504
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Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

205 N 2nd StBismarck, ND 58501
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Eastbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastbrook Apartments

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

Rosser Apartments

2902-2910 E Rosser AveBismarck, ND 58501
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5180 Lincoln Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5180 Lincoln Rd

5180 Lincoln RdLincoln, ND 58504
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Cottonwood, Bismarck, ND Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottonwood area of Bismarck, ND is a 1 Bed unit found at Hannifin priced from $775. Arbor 400 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
HannifinOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$775
Arbor 400One Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$840
MasonOne Bedroom 11G1BR,1BA$875
Eastbrook ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$880
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, ND

As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath 2185 sq ft Model at Paradise Valley Townhomes & Apartments in the in the Cottonwood neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the C5R Model at Cottonwood Apartment Homes starting at $1,955 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 Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paradise Valley Townhomes & Apartments3 Bed / 2.5 Bath 2185 sq ft3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Cottonwood Apartment HomesC5R3BR,2BA$1.31
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.02
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Citadel by Belcastle1B/1B CORP PHASE 21BR,1BA$3.20
River Ridge Apartment HomesA31BR,1BA$1.81
Arbor 400One Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.08
Eastbrook ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.14
The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes1 Bed / 1 Bath 565 sq ft 1D1BR,1BA$2.68
HannifinOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cottonwood, Bismarck, ND

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottonwood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottonwood is at The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes listed at $1,545.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $775 at Hannifin.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottonwood is starting from $880 at Eastbrook Apartments.

What is the most affordable Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodbridge and starts from $1,395.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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