Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on July 10, 2026
Average rent in
Fargo, ND
Average rent in
Last updated on July 10, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fargo rent stands today
Fargo, ND rent is essentially flat year over year with a current median of $1,102/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no meaningful change in monthly rent levels since the recent peak in November 2025.
Compared to national trends
Fargo sits 43.5% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a lower-cost rental market with 291 total rentals available. This positions Fargo as an accessible option for renters seeking value in the region.
Price ranges
Studios in Fargo rent for $895/month, 1-bedrooms for $950/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,175/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,748/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,200/month. Houses rent higher at $2,095/month compared to apartments at $1,050/month, reflecting distinct price tiers by property type.
Neighborhood spotlight
Clara Barton rents fell 61.4% year over year to $795/month across 19 rentals, a sharp local decline compared to the broadly flat citywide market. Other neighborhoods with notable declines include Lewis Clark at -39.5% and Centennial at -37.8%, showing uneven rent changes across Fargo.
Median rent
Median rent in Fargo
$1,102/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Fargo is $1,102 per month as of July 2026. This is 43% below the national average rent, or $847 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fargo
291
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fargo rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fargo, ND
Average rent prices in Fargo have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% 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 $1,050, whereas a house costs $2,095. 1-bedroom apartments in Fargo run $970 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,147.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $895 |  1% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $950 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,175 | 1% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,747 | No Change | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | No Change | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Anderson Park | $1,320 | |
Brunsdale | $775 | |
Downtown Fargo | $1,015 | |
Madison Unicorn Park | $985 | |
Ndsu | $1,025 | |
Northport | $895 | |
Roosevelt | $725 | |
Westgate | $792 | |
Willow Park | $1,250 | |
Woodhaven | $1,350 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,050 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $745 | 14% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,095 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$895
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,175
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,747
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
Downtown Fargo
Average rent
$1,015
Westgate
Average rent
$792
Ndsu
Average rent
$1,025
Brunsdale
Average rent
$775
Northport
Average rent
$895
Roosevelt
Average rent
$725
Woodhaven
Average rent
$1,350
Madison Unicorn Park
Average rent
$985
Willow Park
Average rent
$1,250
Anderson Park
Average rent
$1,320
Apartments
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$745
Last 30 days
14%
Houses
Average rent
$2,095
Last 30 days
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
43%lower than the national median
28%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fargo, ND is 21% lower than the median rent in Bemidji, MN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,395
24%$1,345
35%$1,195
8%$750
19%$925
4%$1,239
10%$1,150
2%$1,000
36%$1,100
5%$925
5%$765
5%$1,500
1%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 & Services | 6% higher |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 22% higher |
| Housing | 17% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 16% lower |
Discover rentals in Fargo, ND
5d+ ago
714 29th St N, Fargo, ND 58102
1 bed
1 bath
$385
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1010 1002, 1010 18th St N, 1818 11th Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$435–$815
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1502 Dakota Dr N, Fargo, ND 58102
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$625–$1,125
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1502 E Gateway Cir S, Fargo, ND 58103
2 beds
1 bath
$640–$685
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Points West apartment for rent in Fargo
3320 39th St S #1, Fargo, ND 58104
Studio
0 baths
$4,250
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
1d ago
Downtown Fargo apartment for rent in Fargo
319 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
$2,850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
11h ago
1151 32nd Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
Studio–4 beds
1–2 baths
$910–$2,846
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1515 11th Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
Studio–4 beds
1–4 baths
$985–$2,520
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3301 17th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000–$1,130
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3301 17th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
2 beds
2 baths
$1,030–$1,185
Apartment for rent
2h ago
312 11th St N, Fargo, ND 58102
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$923–$1,550
Apartment for rent
5h ago
1621 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,195–$1,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3301 17th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000–$1,130
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3301 17th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
2 beds
2 baths
$1,030–$1,185
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4452 La Casa Way S, Fargo, ND 58103
3 beds
2 baths
$1,450
House for rent
10h ago
21 8th St N, Fargo, ND 58102
Studio–4 beds
1–3 baths
$725–$1,680
Apartment for rent
15h ago
1440 Dakota Dr N, Fargo, ND 58102
Studio
1 bath
$625
Apartment for rent
1d ago
301 30th Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4389 Calico Dr S, Fargo, ND 58104
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,195–$1,325
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4393 Calico Dr S, Fargo, ND 58104
2 beds
2 baths
$1,195
Apartment for rent
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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 $1,102 per month as of July 4, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fargo?
Average rent prices in Fargo have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Fargo rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fargo is 43% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $847 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fargo?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fargo are Roosevelt ($725/mo), Brunsdale ($775/mo), and Westgate ($792/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fargo?
To comfortably afford rent in Fargo, you'd need to earn approximately $44,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fargo?
Fargo's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $940 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,100 monthly. Two-bedroom apartments represent the largest share of available inventory at 40% of listings, making them relatively easy to find throughout the city.
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).