Southern Manor Apartments
1105 27th Ave S,
Grand Forks, ND 58201
$675 - $775
1-2 Beds
Grand Forks
Grand Forks, ND
Area Guide
Where life is simply grand
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Situated along the western banks of the Red River, Grand Forks combines small-city comfort with metropolitan amenities. As home to the University of North Dakota, the city maintains a dynamic atmosphere while preserving its historic roots. The rental market continues to grow, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $921 monthly, reflecting a 5.5% increase over the past year. Notable areas include the Near Southside district, where historic homes line Reeves Drive, and the University Village area near campus. The Greater Grand Forks Greenway offers miles of walking and biking trails along the river.
Downtown Grand Forks anchors the community with Town Square hosting a weekly farmer's market from June through September. The Ralph Engelstad Arena hosts UND hockey games, while the Chester Fritz Auditorium presents theatrical performances and concerts throughout the year. The city's rich history dates to French fur traders who named it "Les Grandes Fourches" for its location at the meeting point of the Red River and Red Lake River. Today's housing landscape includes apartments near the shopping district along 32nd Avenue South and residential properties throughout established neighborhoods. Current rental rates show studio apartments averaging $806 and three-bedroom units at $1,444.
Explore the City
The University of North Dakota is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state.
Rotary Park offers beautiful views of the Red River.
The streets of downtown Grand Forks are lined with unique places like Bonzer's Pub.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Grand Forks, ND is $898 for a studio, $962 for one bedroom, $1,222 for two bedrooms, and $1,491 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Grand Forks has increased by 4.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$962/month
682 Sq Ft
House
$1,873/month
1,955 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Grand Forks, ND is 9.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Grand Forks is 13.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $898 - $1,491. You can expect to pay 8.1% less for groceries, 16.6% less for utilities, and 6.2% less for transportation.
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Transportation
51
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
22
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
61
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
557 Students
J Nelson Kelly Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
476 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
320 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
177 Students
Lewis And Clark Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
168 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
549 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
549 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
513 Students
Public
Public
Grades 9-12
1,137 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,093 Students
Public
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Kellys Slough National Wildlife Refuge
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Grand Forks International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.