
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Bismarck Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $895 (13 Rentals)
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1112 Portland Dr

1308 N 4th St

2738 Gateway Ave

201 E Arbor Ave

215 E Arbor Ave
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515 S 9th St

203 E Arbor Ave

207 E Arbor Ave

2920 Ontario Ln

2220 E Ave A

906 N 9th St
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413 1/2 W Thayer Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Bismarck?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bismarck 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,233 | $975 | $2,300 |
| Downtown Bismarck 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,492 | $1,150 | $1,799 |
| Downtown Bismarck 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,038 | $1,745 | $2,900 |
| Downtown Bismarck 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,599 | $1,599 | $1,599 |
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There are currently 13 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 Studio unit found at 2103 E Rosser Ave priced from $650. High Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bismarck apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2103 E Rosser Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| High Ridge | One Bedroom - Plan 11B | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Parkview Arms | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Mark V Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bismarck, ND
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bismarck area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Downtown Bismarck apartment is the Three Bedroom 32B Model at Fairview starting at $1,510 with a $1.31 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) | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Fairview | Three Bedroom 32B | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2 Bed - L | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Bradbury Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Newgate | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Rosser Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Hannifin | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| High Ridge | One Bedroom - Plan 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 2103 E Rosser Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Bismarck?
There are currently 103 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bismarck, ND with pricing that ranges from $775 to $2,300. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Bismarck ranging from $895 to $2,900.
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 $895 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,400.
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