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Last updated on August 16, 2026
Average rent in
Bismarck, ND
Average rent in
Last updated on August 16, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Bismarck, ND rent stands today
Bismarck, ND rent rose 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,300/month. Renters today are paying $54 less per month than last year, and month-to-month rent increased by 1.1%.
Compared to national trends
Bismarck is 32.5% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, with a smaller market of 106 total rentals offering accessible pricing for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Bismarck run around $995/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,060/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,225/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,758/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,745/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range of rents available to most renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Bismarck
$1,300/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Bismarck is $1,300 per month as of August 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $625 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bismarck
106
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Bismarck rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Bismarck, ND
Average rent prices in Bismarck have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Bismarck, ND
Rent prices in Bismarck vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Bismarck is $1,210, whereas a house costs $1,772. 1-bedroom apartments in Bismarck run $1,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,250.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 |  3% | 28% | |
1 bedroom | $1,060 | 3% | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,225 | 6% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,757 | 2% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,745 | 13% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Copper Ridge | $1,595 | |
Downtown Bismarck | $1,225 | |
Faimans Sunrise | $1,225 | |
Grande Prairie Estates | $1,495 | |
Missouri Valley Complex | $1,125 | |
North Dakota State Capitol Complex | $975 | |
North Hills | $1,372 | |
Northridge Estates | $1,372 | |
Sattler Sunrise | $1,372 | |
Wachter's | $1,262 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,210 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,900 | 4% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,772 | No Change | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
28%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,060
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,225
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,757
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,745
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
1%
Wachter's
Average rent
$1,262
Downtown Bismarck
Average rent
$1,225
North Hills
Average rent
$1,372
Sattler Sunrise
Average rent
$1,372
Northridge Estates
Average rent
$1,372
Grande Prairie Estates
Average rent
$1,495
Faimans Sunrise
Average rent
$1,225
Copper Ridge
Average rent
$1,595
North Dakota State Capitol Complex
Average rent
$975
Missouri Valley Complex
Average rent
$1,125
Apartments
Average rent
$1,210
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,772
Last 30 days
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in Bismarck, ND, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Bismarck, ND compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Bismarck and Alexander by all bedroom counts and property types.
Bismarck
32%lower than the national median
38%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bismarck, ND is 8% higher than the median rent in Alexander, ND.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,200
17%$1,250
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5%$995
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30%$1,405
18%$1,005
30%$1,495
62%$1,600
91%$850
3%$1,250
1%$1,105
6%Cost of living in Bismarck, ND
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 5% lower |
| Housing | 30% lower |
| Transportation | 3% lower |
| Utilities | 17% lower |
Discover rentals in Bismarck, ND
1d ago
1023 S 3rd St, Bismarck, ND 58504
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1831 Allison Dr, Bismarck, ND 58501
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Bismarck
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Bismarck
2 beds
1 bath
$899
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3009 43rd Ave Ne, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$3,000–$5,659
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4001 Oklahoma Ln, Bismarck, ND 58503
2 beds
2 baths
$3,257–$3,509
House for rent
1d ago
2906 2906-3014 Kamrose Drive/2904-2936 Dortmund Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504
3 beds
3 baths
$3,006–$3,090
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Fisher Ln, Bismarck, ND 58501
3 beds
2 baths
$2,795–$3,554
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3009 43rd Ave Ne, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$3,000–$5,659
Apartment for rent
3d ago
226 226 & 220 E Greenfield Lane, Bismarck, ND 58503
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,185–$1,480
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Bismarck
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,395
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Bismarck
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,395
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
3009 43rd Ave Ne, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$3,000–$5,659
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2930 Baltimore Dr, Bismarck, ND 58504
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,320–$3,939
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4201 Montreal St, Bismarck, ND 58503
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,285–$2,597
Apartment for rent
2h ago
425 E Calgary Ave, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,437–$2,518
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3009 43rd Ave Ne, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$3,000–$5,659
Apartment for rent
4d ago
407 N 12th St, Bismarck, ND 58501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2316 E Broadway Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501
1 bed
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1104 Summit Blvd, Bismarck, ND 58504
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Bismarck, ND
Quick answers to common questions about the Bismarck rental market.
How much is rent in Bismarck?
The average rent in Bismarck is $1,300 per month as of August 15, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bismarck?
Average rent prices in Bismarck have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Bismarck rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Bismarck is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $625 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bismarck?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bismarck are North Dakota State Capitol Complex ($975/mo), Missouri Valley Complex ($1,125/mo), and Downtown Bismarck ($1,225/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Bismarck?
To comfortably afford rent in Bismarck, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Bismarck?
March offers the best rental deals in Bismarck with the lowest rents of the year, while September sees peak pricing with roughly 13% higher costs. November is the least competitive month for apartment hunting with reduced demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).