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Pet Friendly
Location
3960 53rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA
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Floor plans
| Abbey (A-1) | Studio | 1 bath | 535 sqft | $1,075–$1,125 /mo | 18 units available | ||
| Oxford (H-1 ADA) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 715 sqft | $1,345–$1,395 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| Bowery (B-1) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 715 sqft | $1,375–$1,425 /mo | 52 units available | ||
| Duval (K-1) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 715 sqft | $1,375 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Fleet (G-1) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 858 sqft | $1,425 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| Mercer (C-2) | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,053 sqft | $1,695–$1,745 /mo | 37 units available | ||
| Newbury (F-2 ADA) | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,053 sqft | $1,745 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Lombard (D-2) | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,136 sqft | $1,775–$1,825 /mo | 6 units available | ||
| Downing (J-2) | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,154 sqft | $1,825–$1,875 /mo | 3 units available | ||
| Crosby (E-3) | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,435 sqft | $2,045–$2,120 /mo | 8 units available |
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Amenities for Merit 38
Apartment Amenities
| First Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Pond View |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Resident Benefits Package Upgrades
Monthly.
$10
Resident Benefits Package
Monthly.
$150–$180
OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 130 |
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About Merit 38
Merit 38 cost $1,075–$2,120 per month. Located at 3960 53rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA, Merit 38 has studio — 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in Fargo, renting an apartment at Merit 38 is 20% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Fargo include but are not limited to: 1200 Belsly Blvd, 1882 39th St S, 4221 33rd Ave S
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Rent trends in Fargo
Studio apartments at Merit 38 cost about 21% more than the average rent price for studios in Fargo.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 35% higher than 1-bedrooms in Fargo.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Merit 38 to be 47% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Fargo.
3-bedroom apartments at Merit 38 cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Fargo.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Fargo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $815 |
| November 2024 | $832 |
| December 2024 | $848 |
| January 2025 | $847 |
| February 2025 | $822 |
| March 2025 | $820 |
| April 2025 | $720 |
| May 2025 | $744 |
| June 2025 | $777 |
| July 2025 | $825 |
| August 2025 | $784 |
| September 2025 | $785 |
| October 2025 | $737 |
| November 2025 | $817 |
| December 2025 | $910 |
| January 2026 | $905 |
| February 2026 | $904 |
| March 2026 | $917 |
| April 2026 | $892 |
| May 2026 | $914 |
| June 2026 | $904 |
| July 2026 | $900 |
| August 2026 | $895 |
| September 2026 | $885 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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$43,000/yr
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Schools near Merit 38
Kennedy Elementary School
4401 42nd st s
fargo, ND, 58104
K-5Public
B
Deer Creek Elementary School
6400 54th ave s
fargo, ND, 58104
K-5Public
B
Eagles Elementary School
3502 university dr
fargo, ND, 58104
K-5Public
B-
Willow Park Elementary School
4901 15th ave s
fargo, ND, 58103
K-5Public
C+
Brooks Harbor Elementary School
801 22nd ave w
west fargo, ND, 58078
K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood
Getting around Fargo near 3960 53rd Ave S
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 3960 53rd Ave S, Fargo
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
4/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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