
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bismarck Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (56 Rentals)
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1020 N 12th St

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908 N 12th St, Unit One Bedroom

High Ridge

612 N 19th St

Century East Apartments

Arikara Apartments

Kirkwood Manor Apartments

Crestview Manor Apartments

Hawken Ridge Apartments
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1121 N 12th St

215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)

Pebble Springs

1220 N 19th St, Unit 1/2

515 S 9th St

Parkwood Apartments

Westwood Park

Renaissance Lofts

Garden Grove

The Boulevard Avenue Apartments
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Highland Meadows Apartment Community

Riverpark Apartment Community

2112 E Divide Ave

Hannifin

Sierra Ridge Apartment Community

Century Cottages

OLD - Newgate South

OLD - Newgate East

Eagle Sky I

Norma
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Bradbury Apartments

Mason

Fairview

Washington Heights 1

Cambridge Apartments

505 S 10th St

Belmont Apartments

Ithica Heights Apartments

Arbor 400

100 West Main
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Eastbrook Apartments

Pebble Creek

215 E Arbor Ave

Parkview Arms

Newgate

Veraway Apartments

1011 S 3rd St

700 S 12th St

201 E Arbor Ave

207 E Arbor Ave
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Downtown Bismarck, Bismarck, ND Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bismarck?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bismarck 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,086 | $675 | $1,575 |
| Downtown Bismarck 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,081 | $634 | $1,690 |
| Downtown Bismarck 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $990 | $1,970 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bismarck Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Ridge | One Bedroom - Plan 11B | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Bradbury Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Newgate | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Eagle Sky I | One Bedroom 11E | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Cottonwood Apartment Homes | A4R | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bismarck, ND
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bismarck area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Downtown Bismarck apartment is the A4R Model at Cottonwood Apartment Homes starting at $1,375 with a $1.47 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Cottonwood Apartment Homes | A4R | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Bradbury Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Eagle Sky I | One Bedroom 11E | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Newgate | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| High Ridge | One Bedroom - Plan 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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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.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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