Average Rent in Grand Forks, ND
14 apartment buildings, 133 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Browse apartments in Grand Forks, NDCheapest
$725/mo
The Current
Properties
14
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Units
133
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 14 properties in Grand Forks, ND.
Average rent trend, last 2 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Grand Forks, ND Rent Prices
All 14 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Current
215 1st Ave N, Grand Forks, ND 58203, USA
Forest Park Apartments
2200 S 34th St #528, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
Valley Park Apartments
2323 S 17th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
Chandler 1802
1802 S 20th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
Franklin on 4th
214 N 4th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203, USA
The District
4188 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
The Legacy Apartments
3401 28th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Current 215 1st Ave N, Grand Forks, ND 58203, USA | $725 | $1,023 | $1.14/ft² | 3.7 (12) | 19 |
| 2 | Forest Park Apartments 2200 S 34th St #528, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA | $738 | $1,058 | $1.03/ft² | 3.9 (133) | 4 |
| 3 | Valley Park Apartments 2323 S 17th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA | $781 | $813 | $1.28/ft² | 3.8 (73) | 2 |
| 4 | Chandler 1802 1802 S 20th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA | $920 | $978 | $1.12/ft² | 5 (3) | 3 |
| 5 | Franklin on 4th 214 N 4th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203, USA | $1,000 | $1,586 | $1.72/ft² | 4.1 (11) | 30 |
| 6 | The District 4188 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA | $1,165 | $1,507 | -- | 4.6 (23) | 10 |
| 7 | The Legacy Apartments 3401 28th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA | $1,170 | $1,453 | $1.31/ft² | 4.4 (224) | 13 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood.
The Current
3.7 (12)215 1st Ave N, Grand Forks, ND 58203, USA
Forest Park Apartments
3.9 (133)2200 S 34th St #528, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
Valley Park Apartments
3.8 (73)2323 S 17th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
Chandler 1802
5 (3)1802 S 20th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
Franklin on 4th
4.1 (11)214 N 4th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203, USA
The District
4.6 (23)4188 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
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Grand Forks, ND neighborhoods
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Grand Forks, ND Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Grand Forks, ND is $1,470 per month, based on 133 units across 14 apartment communities. Prices range from $725 at The Current to $2,410 at Cottage Grove Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,145/mo | $725/mo | 33 |
| 1 Bed | $1,341/mo | $844/mo | 26 |
| 2 Bed | $1,576/mo | $738/mo | 48 |
| 3 Bed | $1,816/mo | $1,085/mo | 26 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Grand Forks, ND, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Grand Forks, ND averages $1,341/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,576/mo. At the local median household income of $63,838, that works out to 28% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Grand Forks, ND at $958/mo. The current tracked market average runs 53% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Grand Forks, ND while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Grand Forks, 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
$59,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,470/mo.
Comfortable income
$71,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($725/mo), you need to earn at least $29,000/year.
Median household income in Grand Forks, ND is $63,838 , about 10% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Grand Forks, ND
Overall prices in Grand Forks, ND runs below the national average by about 14% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 85.9, 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 Grand Forks, ND's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,470 |
| Utilities | $248 |
| Groceries | $524 |
| Transportation | $591 |
| Healthcare | $288 |
| Other goods and services | $461 |
| Estimated total | $3,582/mo |
Population
58,882
Median household income
$63,838
Census median rent
$958/mo
Census rent burden
27.7%
Median age
29.4
Mean commute
15 min
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 were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in North Dakota
How Grand Forks, ND rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Grand Forks, ND | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck, ND | $1,245 | -15% | -8.6% | 10 |
| Fargo, ND | $1,047 | -29% | +1.9% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Grand Forks, ND?
The average rent in Grand Forks, ND is $1,470 per month, based on 133 units across 14 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Grand Forks, ND?
The median asking rent in Grand Forks, ND is $1,455 per month, computed from 133 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,470/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Grand Forks, ND?
The lowest available rent in Grand Forks, ND starts at $725 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Grand Forks, ND?
1-bedroom apartments in Grand Forks, ND average $1,341/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $844/mo across 26 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Forks, ND?
2-bedroom apartments in Grand Forks, ND average $1,576/mo. Units start from $738/mo across 48 units currently listed.
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