Cheap Apartments for Rent in Grand Forks, ND from $400 (87 Rentals)

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Grand Forks East
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Forks East

1115 26th Avenue SouthGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Lawndale Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lawndale Apartments

2815 17th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Ashwood Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ashwood Apartments

1106-1116 26th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Stanford Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stanford Manor

1110 Stanford RdGrand Forks, ND 58203
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Park 36 Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park 36 Estates

3616 Landeco LnGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Park 36 Estates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park 36 Estates

821 36th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Kirkwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kirkwood Apartments

2603 7th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Landeco Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Landeco Lane Apartments

3619 Landeco LnGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Alcott Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Alcott Manor

1224 Walnut StGrand Forks, ND 58201
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South Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

South Ridge

1118 27th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Louise
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Louise

2113 13th Ave NGrand Forks, ND 58203
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Prairie Meadows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Prairie Meadows

1708 24th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Grandview II
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview II

1950 S 34th StGrand Forks, ND 58201
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President
1 Bedroom Apartments

President

210 N 6th StGrand Forks, ND 58203
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1923 12th Ave N
2 Bedroom Apartments

1923 12th Ave N

1923 12th Ave NGrand Forks, ND 58203
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Library Lane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Library Lane

1625 20th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Washington
1 Bedroom Apartments

Washington

1508 S 14th StGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Ridgemont
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgemont

2211 Library LnGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Cedarwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarwood

2515 Knight DrGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Markham Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Markham Apartments

615 1st Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Autumn
1 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn

1630 24th AveGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Creekside
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside

817 Duke DrGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Roughrider
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Roughrider

2524 17th Ave SGrand Forks, ND 58201
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Holiday Air Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Air Apartments

925 N 43rd StGrand Forks, ND 58203
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Stratford Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stratford Apartments

716-736 S 25th StGrand Forks, ND 58201
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The Current Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Current Apartments

215 1st Ave NGrand Forks, ND 58203
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Grand Forks, ND Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Grand Forks, ND

Pricing Updated: 06/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Grand Forks, ND area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Grand Forks Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Grand Forks$1,525$72511

Cheapest Available Grand Forks Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Grand Forks, ND is a Studio unit found at Silver Leaf Property Management - Grand Forks priced from $470. Landmark Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $594. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Grand Forks apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Silver Leaf Property Management - Grand ForksStudio (no kitchen)Studio,1BA$470
Landmark Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$594
Valley Park Apartments2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$622
Greenfield ApartmentsOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Claremont ApartmentsOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$675
GatewayTwo Bedroom - Plan A2BR,1BA$675
AutumnOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$715
Block VSTUDIO/1BAStudio,1BA$775
SunviewOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$800
Stanford CourtTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand Forks, ND and Nearby

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grand Forks area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1700 sq. ft. Model at Stonewood Apartments in the starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Grand Forks apartment is the 815 1st Ave NE Model at 815 1st Ave NE, Unit Main Floor starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Grand Forks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand Forks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonewood Apartments3 Bedroom 1700 sq. ft.3BR,2BA$0.91
815 1st Ave NE, Unit Main Floor815 1st Ave NE3BR,1BA$1.00
Cherry CreekTwo Bedroom 21B2BR,1BA$0.89
Forest Park Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A3BR,1BA$0.87
The Verge Grand Forks2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.81
Stanford CourtTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$0.96
Block VSTUDIO/1BAStudio ,1BA$0.97
SunviewOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.00
Valley Park Apartments2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$0.83
Landmark Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03

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Grand Forks Overview

If you’re considering one of the numerous options for apartments in Grand Forks, you’ll find the third most populated state in North Dakota intriguing. There are a wide range of pricing, apartment sizes and styles to choose from. You’ll find the city to be a nice hybrid between a city and town.

Why live in Grand Forks, ND?

Like other cities in North Dakota, you’ll get a more low-key lifestyle living here. Much of the state is surprisingly rural. You won’t be wondering how to get away even just outside of the city. The nearby river systems and parks in the city add to the advantage if you’re an outdoor enthusiast. If you love both summer and winter hobbies, Grand Forks is a great place to live. There are plenty of options within the city for restaurants and entertainment as well. You’ll find that Grand Forks is a fun and adventurous place to snatch up an apartment.

Grand Forks, ND
Population: 56,948

Ranked #674

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Grand Forks, ND

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grand Forks Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Grand Forks?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Grand Forks is under $800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Grand Forks?

The cheapest apartment in Grand Forks is Landmark Estates which is listed at $594, while the average apartment in Grand Forks costs $1,525.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Grand Forks?

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 1 regular apartments in Grand Forks 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 Grand Forks?

Cheap apartments in Grand Forks have an average cost of $201 which is $1,324 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Grand Forks.

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