
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cottonwood area of Bismarck.


Kirkwood Manor Apartments

Woodbridge

Westwood Park

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Hannifin
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Mason

100 West Main

Arbor 400

311 E Thayer Ave

215 E Arbor Ave
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Eastbrook Apartments

515 S 9th St

203 E Arbor Ave

207 E Arbor Ave

Rosser Apartments

5180 Lincoln Rd
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Cottonwood, Bismarck, ND Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Studio Apartments | $1,941 | $1,275 | $2,618 |
| Cottonwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $825 | $5,686 |
| Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $875 | $6,591 |
| Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,132 | $1,225 | $8,167 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND.
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottonwood area of Bismarck, ND is a Studio unit found at Mason priced from $785. Norma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason | Studio 01A | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Norma | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Eastbrook Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Woodbridge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, ND
As of August 06, 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 3 Bed 3 Bath | 2042 sf Model at The Earl Twin Homes starting at $2,943 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the South Mandan neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Valley Townhomes & Apartments | 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath 2185 sq ft | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| The Earl Twin Homes | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 2042 sf | 3BR,3BA | $1.44 |
| Cottonwood Apartment Homes | C1R | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 300 N 31st St, Unit 300 n 31st street-shop | 300 N 31st St | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| River Ridge Apartment Homes | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Woodbridge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Rosser Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Eastbrook Apartments | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Mason | Studio 01A | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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 Mason listed at $785.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $865 at Norma.
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 $910 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 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) and starts from $1,225.
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