Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 23, 2026
Average rent in
Grand Forks, ND
Average rent in
Last updated on October 23, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Grand Forks, ND rent rose 12.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,285/month. Renters are paying $128 more per month than last year, with rents now matching the peak level reached in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Grand Forks is 32.4% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median. This positions the city as an accessible market for renters seeking value in a smaller rental market.
Price ranges
Studios in Grand Forks rent for $1,200/month, 1-bedrooms for $950/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,150/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,740/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,725/month, offering options for different household sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in Grand Forks
$1,285/mo
13%vs previous year
The average rent in Grand Forks is $1,285 per month as of October 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $615 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Grand Forks
59
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Grand Forks rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Grand Forks, ND
Average rent prices in Grand Forks have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 13% 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
Grand Forks, ND
Rent prices in Grand Forks vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Grand Forks is $1,270, whereas a house costs $1,695. 1-bedroom apartments in Grand Forks run $972 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,220.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,200 | No Change | 9% | |
1 bedroom | $950 | 19% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 |  1% | 28% | |
3 bedroom | $1,740 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,725 | 4% | 14% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Grand Forks, ND.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,270 | 5% | 13% | |
Condos | $1,000 | 7% | 5% | |
Houses | $1,695 | No Change | 14% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,200
Last year
9%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
19%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
28%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,740
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,725
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
14%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Grand Forks, ND.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,270
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
13%
Condos
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$1,695
Last year
14%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Grand Forks, 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 Grand Forks, ND compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Grand Forks and Arvilla by all bedroom counts and property types.
Grand Forks
32%lower than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Grand Forks, ND is 2% higher than the median rent in Arvilla, ND.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,261
68%$1,400
40%$1,395
2%$1,730
72%$945
31%$1,195
6%$1,230
4%$1,275
29%$905
21%$1,675
16%$947
11%$1,695
21%Cost of living in Grand Forks, 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 | 7% lower |
| Groceries | 9% lower |
| Health | 2% higher |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 9% lower |
Discover rentals in Grand Forks, ND
5d+ ago
1133 Landeco Ln, Grand Forks, ND 58201
2 beds
1 bath
$720
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.Apartment for rent
2d ago
3615 Landeco Ln, Grand Forks, ND 58201
2 beds
1 bath
$760–$815
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.Apartment for rent
2d ago
612 N 5th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203
2 beds
1 bath
$775
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1951 S 29th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201
2 beds
1 bath
$795
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
4340 Pioneer Dr, Grand Forks, ND 58201
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,365–$2,605
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Grand Forks
3 beds
3 baths
$2,425
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Grand Forks
4600 S Washington St #123, Grand Forks, ND 58201
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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.Condo for rent
Available Aug 15
20h ago
2655 S 34th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,450–$2,180
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
612 N 5th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203
2 beds
1 bath
$775
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.Apartment for rent
2d ago
4177 S Columbia Rd, Grand Forks, ND 58201
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,555–$1,805
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Grand Forks
3 beds
2 baths
$1,975
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.House for rent
7h ago
415 N 42nd St, Grand Forks, ND 58203
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$998–$1,660
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.Apartment for rent
19h ago
715 N 40th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203
2–3 beds
1 bath
$925–$1,125
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
4001 Gateway Dr, Grand Forks, ND 58203
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$795–$945
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2750 S 38th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,310–$1,864
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.Apartment for rent
4d ago
2303 27th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201
3 beds
2 baths
$1,692–$2,400
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.Apartment for rent
19h ago
715 N 40th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203
2–3 beds
1 bath
$925–$1,125
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1001 S 19th St, Grand Forks, ND 58201
3 beds
1 bath
$1,225
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.Apartment for rent
17h ago
1210 N 39th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203
1 bed
1 bath
$750
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.Apartment for rent
19h ago
323 Demers Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58201
Studio
1 bath
$875
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.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Grand Forks, ND
Quick answers to common questions about the Grand Forks rental market.
How much is rent in Grand Forks?
The average rent in Grand Forks is $1,285 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Grand Forks?
Average rent prices in Grand Forks have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.
How does Grand Forks rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Grand Forks is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $615 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Grand Forks?
To comfortably afford rent in Grand Forks, you'd need to earn approximately $51,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Grand Forks?
April offers the lowest rental prices in Grand Forks, with rents climbing about 34% by October when they peak for the year.
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).