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Last updated on October 21, 2026
Average rent in
Moorhead, MN
Average rent in
Last updated on October 21, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Moorhead rent stands today
Moorhead, MN rent rose 4.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,230/month. Renters today are paying $23 more per month on average than last year.
Compared to national trends
Moorhead sits 35.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters despite a limited total rental inventory of 94 units.
Price ranges
Apartments make up 59.8% of total rentals with a median rent of $1,025/month, while houses rent for a median of $2,095/month. Renters can find a range of options across property types in Moorhead, MN.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Bedroom medians range from $915/month for 1-bedrooms to $2,222/month for 4+ bedrooms. Studios rent for $1,095/month and 3-bedrooms for $1,875/month, showing variation across unit sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in Moorhead
$1,230/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Moorhead is $1,230 per month as of October 2026. This is 35% below the national average rent, or $670 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Moorhead
94
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Moorhead rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Moorhead, MN
Average rent prices in Moorhead have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 4% 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
Moorhead, MN
Rent prices in Moorhead vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Moorhead is $1,025, whereas a house costs $2,095. 1-bedroom apartments in Moorhead run $915 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,010.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,095 | 5% | 21% | |
1 bedroom | $915 | 5% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,037 | 2% |  1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,875 | No Change | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $2,222 | 1% | 4% |
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 Moorhead, MN.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,025 | 3% | 5% | |
Condos | $995 | 16% | - | |
Houses | $2,095 | 1% | 5% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
21%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$915
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,037
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,875
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,222
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
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 Moorhead, MN.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,025
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
16%
Houses
Average rent
$2,095
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Moorhead, MN, 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 Moorhead, MN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Moorhead and Bemidji by all bedroom counts and property types.
Moorhead
35%lower than the national median
26%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Moorhead, MN is 12% lower than the median rent in Bemidji, MN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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25%$1,395
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41%$945
72%$1,195
8%$920
1%$1,285
11%$1,275
21%$905
19%$947
7%$750
8%$1,695
6%Cost of living in Moorhead, MN
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 | 3% lower |
| Health | 20% higher |
| Housing | 17% lower |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 15% lower |
Discover rentals in Moorhead, MN
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Moorhead
3015 20th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$450–$700
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2409 4th Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$600
Apartment for rent
9h ago
1929 18th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$625–$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
915 32nd Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Moorhead
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,395
House for rent
5d+ ago
3433 28th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095–$2,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
900 30th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$2,060
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
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Moorhead
2745 40th St S #404, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
2 baths
$1,950
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
8h ago
Verified
3412 Village Green Blvd, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–2 beds
1 bath
$835
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
2h ago
3450 8th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
2 baths
$1,225
Apartment for rent
14h ago
1208 27th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3515 10th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,225
Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
3412 Village Green Blvd, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–2 beds
1 bath
$835
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
12h ago
804 24th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
816 24th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3602 19th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
4 beds
3 baths
$2,245
House for rent
2h ago
921 23rd Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$930–$995
Price droppedApartment for rent
2h ago
2310 10th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
12h ago
1220 28th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1–2 baths
$950
Apartment for rent
14h ago
1208 27th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Moorhead, MN
Quick answers to common questions about the Moorhead rental market.
How much is rent in Moorhead?
The average rent in Moorhead is $1,230 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Moorhead?
Average rent prices in Moorhead have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Moorhead rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Moorhead is 35% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $670 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Moorhead?
To comfortably afford rent in Moorhead, you'd need to earn approximately $49,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Moorhead?
September offers the lowest rents in Moorhead, with approximately 10% savings compared to March when rents peak, creating clear timing opportunities for budget-conscious renters.
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).