Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bismarck Neighborhood of Bismarck, ND from $600 (51 Rentals)

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property at 1121 N 12th St

$1,000 - $1,500

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1121 N 12th St

BismarckND58501

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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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100 West Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 West Main

100 W Main AveBismarck, 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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Eastbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastbrook Apartments

3100-3110 E Rosser AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Mason
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mason

205 N 2nd StBismarck, ND 58501
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property at 201 E Arbor Ave

$950 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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201 E Arbor Ave

BismarckND58504
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Rosser Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosser Apartments

2902-2910 E Rosser AveBismarck, ND 58501
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Parkview Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Arms

1109 Memorial HwyBismarck, ND 58504
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5180 Lincoln Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5180 Lincoln Rd

5180 Lincoln RdLincoln, ND 58504
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Shoal Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shoal Creek

2401 40th Ave SEMandan, ND 58554
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Riverplace Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverplace Apartments

2721 Marina Rd SEMandan, ND 58554
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Lakewood Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood Townhomes

2921 40th Ave SEMandan, ND 58554
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Highland At Lakewood
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland At Lakewood

4400-4420 21st St SEMandan, ND 58554
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South Bismarck, Bismarck, ND Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Bismarck Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bismarck area of Bismarck, ND is a 1 Bed unit found at Arikara Apartments priced from $825. Arbor 400 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable South Bismarck apartments for rent in Bismarck, ND:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$825
Arbor 400One Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$845
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Waters Edge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Renaissance LoftsFloor Plan L 0/1 - no balcony1BR,1BA$1,100
Corner View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft2BR,1BA$1,265
The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes0 Bed / 1 Bath 481 sq ft SB StudioStudio,1BA$1,320
Cottonwood Apartment HomesS2RStudio,1BA$1,330
Citadel by Belcastle1B/1B-PHASE 11BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bismarck, ND

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bismarck area is the $1.37 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath Loft | 2042 sf Model at The Earl Twin Homes in the in the South Mandan neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South Bismarck apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1431 sqft Model at Lakewood Estates Apartments starting at $1,739 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bismarck apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Earl Twin Homes3 Bed 3 Bath Loft | 2042 sf3BR,3BA$1.37
Lakewood Estates Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath | 1431 sqft3BR,2BA$1.22
River Ridge Apartment HomesB62BR,2BA$1.31
Diamond Bend ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 2175A2BR,1.75BA$1.30
Corner View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft2BR,1BA$1.33
215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.06
Woodbridge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Waters Edge1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.28
Arbor 400One Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.09
Arikara Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.15

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Bismarck. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bismarck Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Bismarck?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Bismarck is at The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes listed at $1,320.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bismarck Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bismarck Apartment is $825 at Arikara Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Bismarck Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Bismarck is starting from $900 at Arikara Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waters Edge and starts from $1,395.

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