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Average Rent in Bismarck, ND & Rent Trends
Rent prices and market trends across 11 apartment communities in Bismarck, ND. Updated daily.
Market Average
$1,379/mo
▲ +5.6% from last month
Lowest Available
$690/mo
cheapest unit on market
Communities
11
tracked daily
Units Listed
138
available now
Rent by Neighborhood in Bismarck, ND
Compare average rent across Bismarck, ND neighborhoods. Click any area to see detailed trends.
| Neighborhood | Avg Rent | 30d Change | From | Properties | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandan 58554 | $1,664 | - | $1,395 | 3 | 8 |
| Bismarck 58504 | $1,486 | - | $760 | 4 | 83 |
| Bismarck 58503 | $1,180 | - | $810 | 2 | 28 |
| Bismarck 58501 | $1,085 | - | $690 | 2 | 19 |
Is Rent Going Up or Down in Bismarck, ND?
As of July 2026, the average rent in Bismarck, ND is $1,379 per month across 11 apartment communities and 138 available units. Rents have increased $71 (5.6%) over the past month.
The most affordable option is Garden Grove starting at $690/mo. By unit type, a studio averages $891/mo, a 1-bedroom averages $1,285/mo, a 2-bedroom averages $1,404/mo, a 3-bedroom averages $1,519/mo.
Prices range from $690 to $2,550 per month. The most common price point is the $1,400 range, where 49 units are currently listed.
Bismarck, ND Rent Price History
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| Month | Avg Rent | Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | $1,309 | - | 8 |
| July 2026 | $1,274 | -$35 | 11 |
Average Rent by Bedroom
Rent Price Distribution
Rent by Bedroom Type in Bismarck, ND
Rent Prices by Apartment in Bismarck, ND
| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Grove | $690/mo | $928/mo | 12 | 4 |
| Arbor 406 | $760/mo | $760/mo | 1 | 4.7 |
| Stonefield Townhomes | $810/mo | $1,102/mo | 23 | 5 |
| Brentwood II | $860/mo | $860/mo | 1 | 5 |
| Parkview Arms | $950/mo | $995/mo | 2 | 4.2 |
| Sierra Ridge | $1,050/mo | $1,354/mo | 7 | 4.6 |
| Northridge Apartment Homes | $1,050/mo | $1,540/mo | 5 | 4.2 |
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Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$55,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,379/mo.
Comfortable income
$66,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($690/mo), you need to earn at least $28,000/year.
Cost of living in Bismarck, ND
We only have live rent data for Bismarck, ND so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,379 |
| Estimated total | $1,379/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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