
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Grand Forks Neighborhood of Grand Forks, ND from $500 (15 Rentals)
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Block V

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Downtown Grand Forks, Grand Forks, ND Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Grand Forks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Grand Forks Studio Apartments | $1,062 | $950 | $1,200 |
| Downtown Grand Forks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $800 | $1,895 |
| Downtown Grand Forks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $500 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Grand Forks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $992 | $2,345 |
| Downtown Grand Forks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,525 | $1,675 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Grand Forks Neighborhood of Grand Forks, ND.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Grand Forks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Grand Forks area of Grand Forks, ND is a Studio unit found at Block V priced from $775. Heritage Highland II Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $929. Here are the most affordable Downtown Grand Forks apartments for rent in Grand Forks, ND:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block V | STUDIO/1BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Heritage Highland II Townhomes | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $929 |
| Franklin on 4th | S.2 | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Beacon CLO | Point 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Northern Heights Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 1,067 - 1137 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Grand Forks, ND
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Grand Forks area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3B/2B/HCA Model at Lumber Exchange in the in the Downtown Grand Forks neighborhood starting from $1,810. The second greatest value Downtown Grand Forks apartment is the 4BR/1BA Model at Block V starting at $1,525 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Downtown Grand Forks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Grand Forks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lumber Exchange | 3B/2B/HCA | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Block V | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| University Flats Apartments | 3B/2B | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Heritage Highland II Townhomes | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.74 |
| Northern Heights Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 1,067 - 1137 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 710 3rd Ave NE, Unit B | 710 3rd Ave NE | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| The Beacon CLO | Roughrider1 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Franklin on 4th | S.1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Grand Forks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Grand Forks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Grand Forks is under $1,810.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Grand Forks?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Grand Forks is The Beacon CLO which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Downtown Grand Forks costs $1,670.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 3 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Grand Forks?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Grand Forks have an average cost of $106 which is $1,564 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Grand Forks.
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