Average Rent in Fargo, ND
What is the average rent in Fargo, ND?
The average listed apartment rent in Fargo, ND is $904 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 82 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
7 apartment buildings, 82 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Fargo, NDCheapest
$500/mo
East Bridge
Properties
7
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Units
82
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 7 properties in Fargo, ND.
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Average Rent by Property
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Fargo, ND Rent Prices
All 7 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
East Bridge
1951 Dakota Dr N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Brookfield I, II & III
4510 16th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA
South Pointe
3200 22nd St S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA
Pacific South
2585 Pacific Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA
Kingswood
1001 18th St N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
29 West
2836 41st St S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA
Thunder Creek
1920 Dakota Dr N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Bridge 1951 Dakota Dr N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA | $500 | $861 | $1.41/ft² | 4.5 (39) | 58 |
| 2 | Brookfield I, II & III 4510 16th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA | $665 | $694 | $0.82/ft² | 4.1 (10) | 5 |
| 3 | South Pointe 3200 22nd St S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA | $705 | $851 | $1.09/ft² | 4.2 (33) | 5 |
| 4 | Pacific South 2585 Pacific Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA | $725 | $728 | $0.93/ft² | 5 (3) | 2 |
| 5 | Kingswood 1001 18th St N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA | $800 | $942 | $0.96/ft² | 4.8 (18) | 3 |
| 6 | 29 West 2836 41st St S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA | $1,080 | $1,350 | $1.31/ft² | 4 (26) | 7 |
| 7 | Thunder Creek 1920 Dakota Dr N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA | $1,180 | $1,375 | $1.69/ft² | 4.9 (25) | 2 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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East Bridge
4.5 (39)1951 Dakota Dr N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Brookfield I, II & III
4.1 (10)4510 16th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA
South Pointe
4.2 (33)3200 22nd St S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA
Pacific South
5 (3)2585 Pacific Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA
Kingswood
4.8 (18)1001 18th St N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
29 West
4 (26)2836 41st St S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA
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Fargo, ND neighborhoods
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Fargo, ND Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Fargo, ND is $904 per month, based on 82 units across 7 apartment communities. Prices range from $500 at East Bridge to $1,675 at East Bridge.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,083/mo | $1,080/mo | 2 |
| 1 Bed | $844/mo | $625/mo | 7 |
| 2 Bed | $879/mo | $500/mo | 45 |
| 3 Bed | $954/mo | $635/mo | 27 |
| 4 Bed | $740/mo | $740/mo | 1 |
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Market Context
Who rents in Fargo, ND, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Fargo, ND averages $844/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $879/mo. At the local median household income of $66,029, that works out to 16% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Fargo, ND at $916/mo. The current tracked market average runs 1% below that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Fargo, ND while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fargo, ND?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$36,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $904/mo.
Comfortable income
$43,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($500/mo), you need to earn at least $20,000/year.
Median household income in Fargo, ND is $66,029 , about 52% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Fargo, ND
Overall prices in Fargo, ND runs below the national average by about 11% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 89.1, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Fargo, ND's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $904 |
| Utilities | $316 |
| Groceries | $524 |
| Transportation | $754 |
| Healthcare | $368 |
| Other goods and services | $589 |
| Estimated total | $3,455/mo |
Population
129,064
Median household income
$66,029
Census median rent
$916/mo
Census rent burden
26.1%
Median age
32.2
Mean commute
16 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
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
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
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 were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in North Dakota
How Fargo, ND rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Fargo, ND | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Forks, ND | $1,293 | +43% | -11.4% | 18 |
| Bismarck, ND | $1,245 | +38% | +7.5% | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fargo, ND?
The average listed apartment rent in Fargo, ND is $904 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 82 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Fargo, ND?
The median asking rent in Fargo, ND is $803 per month, computed from 82 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $904/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Fargo, ND?
The lowest available rent in Fargo, ND starts at $500 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Fargo, ND?
1-bedroom apartments in Fargo, ND average $844/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $625/mo across 7 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Fargo, ND?
2-bedroom apartments in Fargo, ND average $879/mo. Units start from $500/mo across 45 units currently listed.
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