Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bismarck Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (58 Rentals)

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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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Bradbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bradbury Apartments

1130-1141 W Owens AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Fairview
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fairview

1646 Capitol WayBismarck, ND 58501
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Cambridge Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Apartments

2700 Hawken StBismarck, ND 58501
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property at 201 E Arbor Ave

$825 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 10

201 E Arbor Ave

BismarckND58504

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Arbor 400
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor 400

400-406 W Arbor AveBismarck, ND 58504
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100 West Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 West Main

100 W Main AveBismarck, ND 58501
Senior Living
property at 215 E Arbor Ave

$900 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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215 E Arbor Ave

BismarckND58504
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Newgate
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Newgate

2413 N 8th StBismarck, ND 58503
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Eastbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastbrook Apartments

3100-3110 E Rosser AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Pebble Creek
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pebble Creek

2907 Iowa LnBismarck, ND 58503
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property at 2141 Xavier St

$915 - $1,440

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2141 Xavier St

BismarckND58501
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Belmont Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Belmont Apartments

205 W Interstate AveBismarck, ND 58503
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

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

Veraway Apartments

2055 Xavier StBismarck, ND 58501
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property at 515 S 9th St

$1,000

1 Bedroom Rentals

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515 S 9th St

BismarckND58504
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Parkview Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Arms

1109 Memorial HwyBismarck, ND 58504
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Downtown Bismarck, Bismarck, ND Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Bismarck Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bismarck area of Bismarck, ND is a 1 Bed unit found at High Ridge priced from $800. Arikara Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bismarck apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
High RidgeOne Bedroom - Plan 11B1BR,1BA$800
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$825
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$825
NormaOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$860
Eastbrook ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$905
Eagle Sky IOne Bedroom 11E1BR,1BA$1,025
NewgateTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1,030
Rosser ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1,075
FairviewTwo Bedroom 21B2BR,1BA$1,090
Turnpike Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,109

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bismarck, ND

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bismarck area is the $1.36 price per square foot C1R Model at Cottonwood Apartment Homes in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downtown Bismarck apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) starting at $1,225 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bismarck apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottonwood Apartment HomesC1R3BR,2BA$1.36
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$0.94
FairviewThree Bedroom 32B3BR,2BA$1.57
BrandonThree Bedroom 32A3BR,2BA$1.48
NewgateTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.25
Eastbrook ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.17
Rosser ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.39
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.15
Eagle Sky IOne Bedroom 11E1BR,1BA$1.47
High RidgeOne Bedroom - Plan 11B1BR,1BA$1.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Bismarck, ND. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bismarck Apartments

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Bismarck is starting from $880 at High Ridge.

What is the most affordable Downtown Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.