Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Core District Bismarck, ND from $600 (15 Rentals)

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Hannifin
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hannifin

624 S Hannifin StBismarck, ND 58504
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Norma
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Norma

215 N 3rd StBismarck, ND 58501
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Arbor 400
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor 400

400-406 W Arbor AveBismarck, ND 58504
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Brentwood II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood II

115 W Bismarck ExpyBismarck, ND 58504
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Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

205 N 2nd StBismarck, ND 58501
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100 West Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 West Main

100 W Main AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Downtown Core District, Bismarck, ND Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Core District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Core District area of Bismarck, ND is a 1 Bed unit found at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) priced from $750. Arikara Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Downtown Core District apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$825
Brentwood IITwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Core District, ND

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Core District area is the $1.00 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 $1,300. The second greatest value Downtown Core District apartment is the Two Bedroom 21A Model at Brentwood II starting at $865 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Core District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.00
Brentwood IITwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.13
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.15

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Core District Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Core District Apartment is $750 at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND).

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Core District is starting from $865 at Brentwood II.

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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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