
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shields, ND from $600 (37 Rentals)
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High Ridge

Arikara Apartments

Century East Apartments

Crestview Manor Apartments

Kirkwood Manor Apartments

Hawken Ridge Apartments

Calgary Apartments

Kirkwood Park
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Pebble Springs

Collins Place Apartments

The Landings

Waters Edge

Woodbridge Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

Westwood Park

Mandan Place Apartments

Renaissance Lofts
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Dwell at Lakewood

Cottonwood Apartment Homes

Lakewood Estates Apartments

River Ridge Apartment Homes

North Pointe Apartments

Cornerview Apartments

Citadel by Belcastle

Hawk Pointe Apartments

The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes
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Trestle Lofts

Terrace Pointe Apartments

411 Market St E

229 S Grove St

Radiance at Rockwood

300 4th St NE

2711 Marina Rd SE

106 4th St NE

331 Continental Ave
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106 8th Ave NE
Shields, ND Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shields?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shields Studio Apartments | $1,509 | $1,125 | $1,731 |
| Shields 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $800 | $2,550 |
| Shields 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $634 | $2,927 |
| Shields 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $990 | $2,948 |
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Cheapest Available Shields Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shields, ND is a 1 Bed unit found at High Ridge in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood priced from $800. Arikara Apartments in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shields apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Ridge | One Bedroom - Plan 11B | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 215 E Arbor (Bismarck,ND) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Woodbridge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| The Landings | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Waters Edge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Renaissance Lofts | Floor Plan L 0/1 - no balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| River Ridge Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Cornerview Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes | 1 Bed / 1 Bath 649 sq ft 1AA ADA | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shields, ND and Nearby
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shields area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Hawken Ridge Apartments in the in the Bismarck Cathedral Area Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Shields apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft Model at Cornerview Apartments starting at $1,265 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the South Mandan neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shields apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawken Ridge Apartments | 3 Bed, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cornerview Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath 952 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Cottonwood Apartment Homes | A4R | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Kirkwood Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Waters Edge | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Arikara Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Landings | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| River Ridge Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| High Ridge | One Bedroom - Plan 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shields Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shields?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shields is at The Earl Apartments and Twin Homes listed at $1,545.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shields Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shields Apartment is $800 at High Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shields Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shields is starting from $880 at High Ridge.
What is the most affordable Shields Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shields Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at High Ridge and starts from $1,045.
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