Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Bismarck Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $700 (7 Rentals)

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property at 215 E Arbor Ave

$795 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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215 E Arbor Ave

BismarckND58504

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property at 205 E Arbor Ave

$1,050 - $1,225

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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205 E Arbor Ave

BismarckND58504

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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 $675. Norma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bismarck apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
High RidgeOne Bedroom - Plan 11B1BR,1BA$675
NormaOne Bedroom 11B1BR,1BA$745
Eagle Sky IOne Bedroom 11D1BR,1BA$840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bismarck, ND

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bismarck area is the $1.22 price per square foot C1R Model at Cottonwood Apartment Homes in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,710. The second greatest value Downtown Bismarck apartment is the Two Bedroom 21A Model at Bradbury Apartments starting at $915 with a $1.11 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$1.22
Bradbury ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.11
Westwood Park2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.18
First Street Lofts in Downtown BismarckBriar1BR,1BA$1.85
High RidgeTwo Bedroom Townhome - Plan 21T2BR,1BA$1.28
Parkview ArmsOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.74
Eagle Sky IOne Bedroom 11D1BR,1BA$1.69
Pebble CreekEfficiency 01AStudio ,1BA$1.93
NormaOne Bedroom 11B1BR,1BA$1.77

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Bismarck

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Bismarck?

There are currently 104 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bismarck, ND with pricing that ranges from $675 to $1,865. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Bismarck ranging from $750 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Bismarck?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Bismarck ranges from $750 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,839.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Bismarck?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Bismarck range from $980 to $1,865, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,375 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.