# Bismarck, ND

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Latest included check: Nov 8, 2026, 9:49 AM UTC

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## Which tracked apartments fit this budget in Bismarck, ND?

This filtered view includes 30 current priced apartments. The latest included check is Nov 8, 2026, 9:49 AM UTC. Open a result to inspect its price records and current availability.

We compare identified apartments within one listing period. Lease terms and price basis must match. Fees and promotional effective rent stay separate. These results describe tracked listings; they do not establish a citywide trend.

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## Apartments within reach

8 buildings · 30 listings · Lowest current rents

Bismarck 58504

### [Brentwood II](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/)

7 matching listings

Current asking rent

$805/mo

Unit · 2 bedrooms · 2BR

$805 /mo

Checked Nov 4, 2026

Compare 7 apartments &amp; price histories

- [Unit · 2BR](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$805 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatbrentwood2.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (6)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$845 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatbrentwood2.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (2)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$900 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatbrentwood2.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (5)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,040 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatbrentwood2.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (3)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,055 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatbrentwood2.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (4)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,170 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatbrentwood2.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (7)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,495 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatbrentwood2.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

Bismarck 58504

### [Arbor 406](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/)

7 matching listings

Current asking rent

$810/mo

Unit · 2 bedrooms · 2BR

$810 /mo

Checked Nov 2, 2026

Compare 7 apartments &amp; price histories

- [Unit · 2BR](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$810 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatarbor406.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (3)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$850 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatarbor406.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (2)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$900 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatarbor406.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (6)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,040 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatarbor406.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (4)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,055 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatarbor406.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (5)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,170 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatarbor406.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (7)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,495 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/arbor-406-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatarbor406.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

Bismarck 58503

### [Stonefield Townhomes](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/)

7 matching listings

Current asking rent

$845/mo

Unit · 2 bedrooms · 2BR (2)

$845 /mo

Checked Nov 4, 2026

Compare 7 apartments &amp; price histories

- [Unit · 2BR (2)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$845 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatstonefieldtownhomes.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (4)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$850 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatstonefieldtownhomes.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (3)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$900 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatstonefieldtownhomes.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (7)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,040 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatstonefieldtownhomes.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (5)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,055 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatstonefieldtownhomes.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR (6)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,170 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatstonefieldtownhomes.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

- [Unit · 2BR](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,495 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 4, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed. Reported monthly fees: $0.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/stonefield-townhomes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View property on rental site](https://www.liveatstonefieldtownhomes.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic)

Bismarck 58504

### [Parkview Arms](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/parkview-arms-bismarck-nd/)

1 matching listing

Current asking rent

$1,060/mo

Unit 01-018 · 2 bedrooms · Two Bedroom 21B

$1,060 /mo

Checked Nov 8, 2026

View apartment &amp; price history

- [Unit 01-018 · Two Bedroom 21B](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/parkview-arms-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,060 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/parkview-arms-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://liveatparkviewarms.rentcafe.com/applicant/parkview-arms/rentaloptions/5512031/2539202?MoveInDate=11/8/2026)

Mandan 58554

### [Lakewood Crossing](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/lakewood-crossing-bismarck-nd/)

2 matching listings

Current asking rent

$1,425/mo

Unit 105 · 2 bedrooms · 4351-2B 2

$1,425 /mo

Checked Nov 8, 2026

Compare 2 apartments &amp; price histories

- [Unit 105 · 4351-2B 2](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/lakewood-crossing-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,425 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Reported availability: Jan 8, 2027.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/lakewood-crossing-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://collectivepm.appfolio.com/listings/detail/b2afec89-fe0b-446c-8e8c-b211301ea731)

- [Unit 307 · 2 Bedroom (AA)](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/lakewood-crossing-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,545 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Reported availability: Dec 10, 2026.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/lakewood-crossing-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://collectivepm.appfolio.com/listings/detail/ea063ae2-2e55-472c-816a-abbc5e1cb2ba)

Bismarck 58501

### [Sierra Ridge](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/sierra-ridge-bismarck-nd/)

2 matching listings

Current asking rent

$1,495/mo

Unit 1-103 · 2 bedrooms · Two Bedroom 22A

$1,495 /mo

Checked Nov 8, 2026

Compare 2 apartments &amp; price histories

- [Unit 1-103 · Two Bedroom 22A](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/sierra-ridge-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,495 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/sierra-ridge-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://livingatsierraridge.rentcafe.com/applicant/sierra-ridge-1/rentaloptions/5500226/2545856?MoveInDate=11/8/2026)

- [Unit 3-105 · Two Bedroom 22A](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/sierra-ridge-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,520 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/sierra-ridge-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://livingatsierraridge.rentcafe.com/applicant/sierra-ridge-1/rentaloptions/5500293/2545856?MoveInDate=11/8/2026)

Bismarck 58503

### [Northridge Apartment Homes](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/northridge-apartment-homes-bismarck-nd/)

3 matching listings

Current asking rent

$1,595/mo

Unit 3103-303 · 2 bedrooms · Otto

$1,595 /mo

Checked Nov 8, 2026

Compare 3 apartments &amp; price histories

- [Unit 3103-303 · Otto](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/northridge-apartment-homes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,595 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/northridge-apartment-homes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://northridgebismarck.securecafe.com/onlineleasing/north-ridge1/oleapplication.aspx?stepname=RentalOptions&myOlePropertyId=2508257&FloorPlanID=6695686&UnitID=50119110&MoveInDate=11/8/2026)

- [Unit 3103-106 · Otto](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/northridge-apartment-homes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,595 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Listed; confirm the move-in date.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/northridge-apartment-homes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://northridgebismarck.securecafe.com/onlineleasing/north-ridge1/oleapplication.aspx?stepname=RentalOptions&myOlePropertyId=2508257&FloorPlanID=6695686&UnitID=50119122&MoveInDate=11/8/2026)

- [Unit 3103-212 · Otto](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/northridge-apartment-homes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,660 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Reported availability: Nov 12, 2026.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/northridge-apartment-homes-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://northridgebismarck.securecafe.com/onlineleasing/north-ridge1/oleapplication.aspx?stepname=RentalOptions&myOlePropertyId=2508257&FloorPlanID=6695686&UnitID=50119111&MoveInDate=11/12/2026)

Mandan 58554

### [Diamond Bend](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/diamond-bend-bismarck-nd/)

1 matching listing

Current asking rent

$1,645/mo

Unit 325 · 2 bedrooms · Two Bedroom 2175A

$1,645 /mo

Checked Nov 8, 2026

View apartment &amp; price history

- [Unit 325 · Two Bedroom 2175A](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/diamond-bend-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)$1,645 /mo

Earlier comparable price not confirmed. Checked Nov 8, 2026. Reported availability: Dec 1, 2026.

Base asking rent; fees may apply. Lease term not confirmed.

[Price history](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/diamond-bend-bismarck-nd/#price-history-section)[View unit on rental site](https://liveatdiamondbend.rentcafe.com/applicant/diamond-bend/rentaloptions/33043423/4408005?MoveInDate=12/1/2026)

The wider picture

## Limited recent comparisons

Past 7 days

Rent drops

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Unchanged

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0 comparable listings across 0 buildings, from 30 current listings in this area, bedroom, and budget view. This sample is too limited to describe a citywide trend.

## Current rents in Bismarck

[All current apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/apartments/)

Median asking rents in our current listings, by bedroom count.

- [Studio](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/rent-watch/?bedrooms=0&direction=budget&window=7&sort=rent#results): $840 /mo Browse listings

- [1 bedroom](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/rent-watch/?bedrooms=1&direction=budget&window=7&sort=rent#results): $865 /mo Browse listings

- [2 bedrooms](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/rent-watch/?bedrooms=2&direction=budget&window=7&sort=rent#results): $1,057.50 /mo Browse listings

- [3 bedrooms](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/rent-watch/?bedrooms=3&direction=budget&window=7&sort=rent#results): $1,090 /mo Browse listings

## Recently added to our checks

First observed in the past seven days; this is not a move-in date.

- [Parkview Arms · Unit 02-022](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/parkview-arms-bismarck-nd/)

First observed Nov 8, 2026

$905 /mo

- [Lakewood Crossing · Unit 315](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/lakewood-crossing-bismarck-nd/)

First observed Nov 6, 2026

$1,250 /mo

- [Lakewood Crossing · Unit 105](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/lakewood-crossing-bismarck-nd/)

First observed Nov 6, 2026

$1,425 /mo

- [Brentwood II · Unit](https://average-rent.com/city/bismarck-nd/brentwood-ii-bismarck-nd/)

First observed Nov 4, 2026

$850 /mo

How we compare rents

We compare the same identified apartment within one listing period. Asking rent, fees, and promotional effective prices remain separate. Repeat checks must confirm a comparison. A missing price is never counted as an unchanged rent. Large events need additional checks before we publish a story. Prices update after successful checks.
