Last updated on October 9, 2026

Average rent in
Fargo, ND

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Fargo rent stands today

    Fargo, ND rent rose 4.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,188/month. Renters today are paying $26 more per month on average than last year, reaching the city's peak median for October 2026.

  • Fargo sits 37.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a smaller market with 265 total rentals but accessible pricing for renters.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Fargo run around $895/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,050/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,195/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,760/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,200/month. Apartments make up 74.4% of rentals, with houses at a median of $2,018/month.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Southpointe rents climbed 86.0% year over year to $1,665/month across 13 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 4.6% rise. Carl Ben saw rents fall 56.8% year over year to $863/month, showing strong local variation in Fargo's rental market.

Median rent

Median rent in Fargo

$1,187/mo

increased by5%

vs previous year

The average rent in Fargo is $1,187 per month as of October 2026. This is 37% below the national average rent, or $712 less per month.

$1.28

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Fargo

265

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Fargo rentals at each price point

55%41%28%14%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Fargo, ND

Average rent prices in Fargo have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% 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 Fargo, ND

Rent prices in Fargo vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fargo is $1,125, whereas a house costs $2,017. 1-bedroom apartments in Fargo run $1,050 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,190.

Listings

Studio

$895

2%

8%

1 bedroom

$1,050

No Change

4%

2 bedroom

$1,195

1%

No Change

3 bedroom

$1,760

No Change

6%

4 bedroom

$2,200

4%

2%

Studio

Average rent

$895

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

8%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,050

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

4%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,195

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

No Change

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,760

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

6%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,200

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

2%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Fargo, 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 Fargo, ND compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Fargo and Bemidji by all bedroom counts and property types.

Fargo

Median rent price$1,187
decreased by38%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,295
decreased by32%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Fargo, ND is 8% lower than the median rent in Bemidji, MN.

Cost of living in Fargo, 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 & Services6% higher
Groceries3% lower
Health20% higher
Housing17% lower
Transportation4% lower
Utilities15% lower

Discover rentals in Fargo, ND

714 29th Street North Fargo, ND 58102 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.2

Very good

714 29th Street North Fargo, ND 58102

714 29th St N, Fargo, ND 58102

1 bed

1 bath

$385

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
University Park - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

University Park

1125 19th St N, Fargo, ND 58102

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$415–$800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4602 16th Ave S - Photo 1 of 1

30m ago

8.3

Very good

4602 16th Ave S

4602 16th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$650–$995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Windwood Estates - Photo 1 of 1

4h ago

8.9

Very good

Windwood Estates

2542 Villa Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$650–$990

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Fargo, ND

Quick answers to common questions about the Fargo rental market.

How much is rent in Fargo?

The average rent in Fargo is $1,187 per month as of October 3, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Fargo?

Average rent prices in Fargo have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.

How does Fargo rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Fargo is 38% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $712 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fargo?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Fargo are Brunsdale ($737/mo), Westgate ($795/mo), and Roosevelt ($840/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Fargo?

To comfortably afford rent in Fargo, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Fargo?

April offers the best rental deals in Fargo with the lowest rents of the year, while November sees the highest prices with roughly 10% difference between these months. December is the least competitive month with lower demand, making it another good time to search.

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).

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