Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (16 Rentals)

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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 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

205 N 2nd StBismarck, ND 58501
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100 West Main
2 Bedroom Apartments

100 West Main

100 W Main AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Norma
1 Bedroom Apartments

Norma

215 N 3rd StBismarck, ND 58501
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Hannifin
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hannifin

624 S Hannifin StBismarck, ND 58504

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Brentwood II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood II

115 W Bismarck ExpyBismarck, ND 58504
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Eastbrook Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastbrook Apartments

3100-3110 E Rosser AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Rosser Apartments
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 Studio unit found at Mason priced from $800. 207 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MasonStudio 01AStudio,1BA$800
207 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$825
Eastbrook ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$920
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Citadel by BelcastleSTUDIO-PHASE 2Studio,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, ND

As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath | 2228 sf Model at The Earl Twin Homes in the in the South Mandan neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 3 Bed / 2 Bath 1341 sq ft 3A Model at The Earl Apartments starting at $1,955 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Cottonwood 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 | 2228 sf3BR,3BA$1.28
The Earl Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath 1341 sq ft 3A3BR,2BA$1.46
207 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.95
Citadel by Belcastle1B/1B CORP-PHASE 11BR,1BA$3.01
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Cottonwood Apartment HomesA2R1BR,1BA$1.84
Eastbrook ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.19
MasonStudio 01AStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cottonwood, Bismarck, ND

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Bismarck, ND for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Getting Around the Cottonwood Neighborhood in Bismarck, ND

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $825 at 207 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 $920 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 207 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) and starts from $1,250.

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