
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (49 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverfront area of Bismarck.


Arikara Apartments

Kirkwood Manor Apartments

Woodbridge

Westwood Park

Renaissance Lofts

The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes

940 W Turnpike Ave

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Citadel by Belcastle

Garden Grove

Riverpark Apartment Community

Highland Meadows Apartment Community

Sierra Ridge Apartment Community

Hannifin

Eagle Sky I

Norma

Bradbury Apartments
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Mason

Cambridge Apartments

Belmont Apartments

Arbor 400

100 West Main

Brentwood II

311 E Thayer Ave

215 E Arbor Ave

Veraway Apartments
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Parkview Arms

1011 S 3rd St

203 E Arbor Ave

The Grove Apartments

College Park Apartments

205 E Arbor Ave

207 E Arbor Ave

Turnpike Apartments

213 N Washington St
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413 1/2 W Thayer Ave

Boulder Apartments

Waters Edge

Dwell at Lakewood Apartments

Corner View Apartments

Lakewood Estates Apartments

Shoal Creek

Riverplace Apartments

Silver Lake & Highland at Lakewood Apartments
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Lakewood Townhomes

Highland At Lakewood

2711 Marina Rd SE

Diamond Bend Apartments
Riverfront, Bismarck, ND Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Studio Apartments | $1,979 | $1,125 | $9,192 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $750 | $7,367 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,710 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND.
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Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront 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 Riverfront apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Brentwood II | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| Bradbury Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| Eagle Sky I | One Bedroom 11E | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Woodbridge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Waters Edge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Parkview Arms | Two Bedroom 21B | 2BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Dwell at Lakewood Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Corner View Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, ND
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath 2185 sq ft Model at Paradise Valley Townhomes & Apartments in the in the Cottonwood neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Riverfront 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 Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Valley Townhomes & Apartments | 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath 2185 sq ft | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Lakewood Crossing Apartments | LW 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Corner View Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Bradbury Apartments | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Waters Edge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Woodbridge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Brentwood II | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Eagle Sky I | One Bedroom 11E | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverfront, Bismarck, ND
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Among cities in North Dakota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverfront is at Dwell at Lakewood Apartments listed at $1,125.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment is $750 at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverfront is starting from $865 at Brentwood II.
What is the most affordable Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) and starts from $1,300.
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