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1139 11th St N, Unit 2
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1139 11th St NFargo, ND 58102
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fargo, ND

Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fargo, ND area range in price from $200 to $3,300 with an overall median price of $2,094. The three Fargo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South High at $200, Prairiewood at $540, and Lewis and Clark at $200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fargo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South High$920$20051
Prairiewood$1,125$54028
Lewis and Clark$1,135$20040
Brunsdale$1,395$43517
West Acres$1,620$200276
Lincoln$1,680$43530
Carl Ben$1,700$200128
Clara Barton$1,700$200355
Anderson Park$1,704$62581
Downtown Fargo$1,725$430162

Cheapest Available Fargo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fargo, ND is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arbors at McCormick Park in the West Acres neighborhood priced from $200. Silver Leaf Apartments (North Fargo) in the Hawthorne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $410. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fargo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arbors at McCormick Park3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$200
Silver Leaf Apartments (North Fargo)Studio - No kitchenStudio,1BA$410
Silver Leaf South FargoStudio(No Kitchen)Studio,1BA$435
Royal Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$475
Daybreak PlaceStudio, 0 BathroomStudio,1BA$475
Ivy GardensStudioStudio,1BA$540
Flickertail I-VIEfficiency 01BStudio,1BA$550
6 11th St S1 Br (8)1BR,1BA$550
Summerset Apartments2526 - Efficiency - InteriorStudio,1BA$555
Prairie One Apartments0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 48214Studio,1BA$575

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fargo, ND

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fargo area is the $0.75 price per square foot 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Bluemont Village Apartments in the in the West Acres neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value Fargo apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath - 65027 Model at Cedarwood Apartments starting at $880 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Hawthorne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fargo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bluemont Village Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.75
Cedarwood Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath - 650273BR,1BA$0.80
1360 32nd St South2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.60
North ManorTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.75
Country ClubTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.78
Hawn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 21B2BR,1BA$0.79
SunchaseTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.81
FranceTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.80
The Arbors at McCormick Park2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.29
Royal Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.73

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Fargo Overview

You’ll find plenty of options when looking for Fargo, ND apartments. The city is located in the extreme north of the US. This means that much of the state is very rural. If you love the outdoors, then you’ll love Fargo, ND. Wildlife viewing and camping abound outside of the city. Within Fargo, you’ll find all of the conveniences of a big city and a small-town feel all rolled into one.

Why live in Fargo, ND?

By choosing Fargo, ND for your new home, you won’t be disappointed. If you’re an angler or recreational boater, you’ll love the Red River. One well-known outdoor editor referred to the Red as the “crown jewel” of trophy channel cat fishing. You’ll also find northern pike, walleye and smallmouth bass in its waters. If outdoor activities aren’t your thing or it’s too cold outside, check out the West Acres Mall. With over 120 shops, you’re sure to find something that piques your interest.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fargo Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fargo?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fargo is under $575.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fargo?

The cheapest apartment in Fargo is Royal Apartments which is listed at $475, while the average apartment in Fargo costs $2,094.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fargo?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 278 regular apartments in Fargo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fargo?

Cheap apartments in Fargo have an average cost of $497 which is $1,597 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fargo.

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