Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 6, 2026
Average rent in
Moorhead, MN
Average rent in
Last updated on September 6, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Moorhead rent stands today
Moorhead, MN rent rose 10.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,210/month. Renters are paying $42 more per month than last year, reflecting steady growth in a market with 106 total rentals.
Compared to national trends
Moorhead is 36.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median. The market includes 106 total rentals, with apartments comprising 61.7% of the inventory, positioning it as an accessible metro for renters seeking value.
Price ranges
Apartments in Moorhead run a median of $978/month while houses are higher at $2,195/month. Bedroom medians range from $850/month for 1-bedrooms to $2,245/month for 4+ bedrooms, covering a broad range of renter needs.
Median rent
Median rent in Moorhead
$1,210/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Moorhead is $1,210 per month as of September 2026. This is 36% below the national average rent, or $690 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Moorhead
106
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 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 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% 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 $977, whereas a house costs $2,195. 1-bedroom apartments in Moorhead run $850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $995.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,070 | 7% | 17% | |
1 bedroom | $850 | No Change |  1% | |
2 bedroom | $995 | 1% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,807 | 1% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,245 | 2% | 3% |
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 | $977 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,052 | 25% | 66% | |
Houses | $2,195 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,070
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
17%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,807
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,245
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
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
$977
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,052
Last 30 days
25%
Last year
66%
Houses
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
2%
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
36%lower than the national median
24%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Moorhead, MN is 17% lower than the median rent in Bemidji, MN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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3%$1,270
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9%$1,179
4%$935
1%$1,248
1%$1,350
322%$995
32%$850
5%$785
1%$1,339
3%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 | 2% lower |
| Health | 22% higher |
| Housing | 17% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 16% lower |
Discover rentals in Moorhead, MN
1d ago
2409 4th Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1929 18th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
515 30th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Moorhead
906 8th St S #5, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
4d ago
3433 28th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Moorhead
2725 40th St S #415, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
2 baths
$1,695
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
3d ago
Condo for rent in Moorhead
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,650
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
1521 1st Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$975–$1,440
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3412 Village Green Blvd, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,260
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3501 10th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,225
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1206 27th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1200 Belsly Blvd, Moorhead, MN 56560
3 beds
1 bath
$1,525
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3412 Village Green Blvd, Moorhead, MN 56560
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,260
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3820 7th St S #1, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
2 baths
$1,075
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 15
2d ago
515 30th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Moorhead
4 beds
3 baths
$2,195
House for rent
1d ago
2318 10th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
1d ago
924 24th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1308 27th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
2 beds
1 bath
$825–$895
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1901 20th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
Studio
1 bath
$600
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 $1,210 per month as of September 5, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Moorhead?
Average rent prices in Moorhead have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does Moorhead rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Moorhead is 36% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $690 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 $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 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).