Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (18 Rentals)

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300 N 31st St
$910 - $1,060
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$910 - $1,060

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available May 18

300 N 31st St

300 N 31st StBismarck, ND 58501
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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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$795 - $995

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215 E Arbor Ave

BismarckND58504
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Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

205 N 2nd 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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Eastbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastbrook Apartments

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

Brentwood II

115 W Bismarck ExpyBismarck, ND 58504
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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 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) priced from $795. Mason has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
MasonOne Bedroom 115B1BR,1BA$920
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Westwood Park2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,070
River Ridge Apartment HomesA31BR,1BA$1,320

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, ND

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath Loft | 2042 sf Model at The Earl Twin Homes in the in the South Mandan neighborhood starting from $2,856. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the C1R Model at Cottonwood Apartment Homes starting at $1,750 with a $1.25 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.
The Earl Twin Homes3 Bed 3 Bath Loft | 2042 sf3BR,3BA$1.40
Cottonwood Apartment HomesC1R3BR,2BA$1.25
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.95
MasonOne Bedroom 115B1BR,1.5BA$1.08
Westwood Park2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Citadel by Belcastle1B1B-PHASE 21BR,1BA$1.91
River Ridge Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$1.74
The Earl Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath 565 sq ft 1D1BR,1BA$2.68

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Cottonwood, Bismarck, ND

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

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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 listed at $1,320.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $795 at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND).

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 $995 at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND).

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.

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