
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bismarck Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (46 Rentals)
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High Ridge

Arikara Apartments

Kirkwood Manor Apartments

Hawken Ridge Apartments

Crestview Manor Apartments

1106 E Ave C

300 N 31st St

Parkwood Apartments
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2715 Hawken St

Pebble Springs

Century East Apartments

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The Boulevard Avenue Apartments

Garden Grove

Highland Meadows Apartment Community

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2112 E Divide Ave

Hannifin

Sierra Ridge Apartment Community

Century Cottages

OLD - Newgate South

OLD - Newgate East

Eagle Sky I

Mason

1119 E Thayer Ave
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Bradbury Apartments

Norma

Cambridge Apartments

Ithica Heights Apartments

100 West Main

Newgate

2520 N 8th St

Arbor 400

Brentwood II
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1015 N 6th St

Pebble Creek

Belmont Apartments

Veraway Apartments

Fairview

Eastbrook Apartments

700 S 12th St

Park Century Apartment Community

Capitol Apartments
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505 S 10th St
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 Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Downtown Bismarck 1 Bedroom Apartments | $980 | $675 | $1,380 |
| Downtown Bismarck 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $765 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Bismarck 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $980 | $1,895 |
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There are currently 46 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 $675. Eagle Sky I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. 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 | $675 |
| Eagle Sky I | One Bedroom 11D | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Brentwood II | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Bradbury Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| Pebble Creek | Efficiency 01A | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Fairview | Efficiency 01A | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Parkview Arms | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2 Bed - L | 2BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bismarck, ND
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bismarck area is the $0.86 price per square foot 3 Bed/ 2.5 Bath 2200 SQ. FT. Model at West Bay Park in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Downtown Bismarck apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) starting at $1,300 with a $1.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bay Park | 3 Bed/ 2.5 Bath 2200 SQ. FT. | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.86 |
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2 Bed - L | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Brandon Heights Village | 2 Bed 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 300 N 31st St | 300 N 31st St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Cottonwood Apartment Homes | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Bradbury Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Brentwood II | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| High Ridge | Two Bedroom Townhome - Plan 21T | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Eagle Sky I | One Bedroom 11D | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bismarck Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bismarck?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bismarck is High Ridge which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Downtown Bismarck costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Bismarck?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Downtown Bismarck that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Bismarck?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Bismarck have an average cost of $101 which is $1,599 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bismarck.
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