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1621 University Dr S,
Fargo, ND 58103
$1,135 - $1,895
Studio - 2 Beds
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND
North Dakota State University - Fargo, ND Area Guide
Become a part of the Thundering Herd
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Located on 258 tree-filled acres in Fargo, North Dakota State University provides a picture-perfect setting for a high-ranking university. NDSU is a land-grant, public university that was established in 1890 as North Dakota's flagship university. This doctoral research university attracts students from all over the country and the world. The Bison (the Thundering Herd) participate in NCAA Division I as part of the Missouri Valley Football Conference. Fargo is the biggest city in North Dakota, providing plenty of opportunities for those looking for apartments near NDSU. Nicknamed the "Gateway to the West," Fargo is an attractive city with a rich culture, great parks, and plenty of shops and restaurants. College sports fans can cheer on the Bison football team at the Fargo Dome, which also hosts major concerts and events. The Bison Sports Arena hosts the basketball and wrestling teams. Both sports arenas are located near the intersection of 19th Avenue North and North University Drive. This neighborhood also offers plenty of shops and restaurants. To be closer to the academic buildings, the bookstore, and the library, look along 12th Avenue North to the south of the university.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Fargo, ND is $798 for a studio, $940 for one bedroom, $1,105 for two bedrooms, and $1,477 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fargo has increased by 0.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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470 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$798/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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704 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$940/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,008 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,105/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,364 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,477/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly North Dakota State University - Fargo, ND (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Essentials are more spread out in North Dakota State University - Fargo, ND (University), so everyday errands require more planning.
Supermarket Within a 30 Minute Walk
Groceries
30
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
40
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
40
/ 100
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
30
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in North Dakota State University - Fargo, ND (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Very Noisy
Quiet Score
30
/ 100
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Grades K-5
392 Students
Public
Grades K-5
368 Students
Independence Elementary School
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Grades K-5
537 Students
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Grades K-5
502 Students
Clara Barton Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
346 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
975 Students
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Grades 6-8
883 Students
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School
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Grades 6-8
615 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Evaluation and Training Center
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Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,083 Students
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Grades 9-12
1,261 Students
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Grades 9-12
961 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
42 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- The Children's Museum at Yunker Farm
- Island Park
- Old Town Hot Springs
- MSUM Planetarium
- Red River Zoo
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Hector International
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