West Fargo

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West Fargo, ND Area Guide

West Fargo’s small-town vibes are a real catch!

Events Sports Museums Shopping North Dakota

Many who live and work in the Fargo-Moorhead area have chosen an apartment in West Fargo because of its small-town feel. Plus, homes tend to be more budget-friendly.

There’s a huge sense of pride within West Fargo, and the cultural attractions and events here reflect that. One of the most famous places in this city is Bonanzaville. The “village” as it’s often referred to, encompasses 43 historic buildings on 12 acres of land. Here, you’ll be in awe by the artifacts and structures within this cool section of town.

West Fargo is also the home of the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. The fair, which is held every summer, features carnival rides, exhibits, performances, and a beer garden. Just east of the city is where you’ll find the Roger Maris Museum. Roger Maris was a professional baseball player who broke Babe Ruth’s home run record in 1961.

When it comes to shopping, residents have plenty of opportunities. Specialty shops, retailers, convenience stores, and furniture outlets call West Fargo their city. West Fargo is a city of various tastes, and it has a large selection of restaurants to support it. French-inspired Maxwells is a great choice. Their dishes include items such as ahi tuna, scallops, and flatbreads with a Parisian twist. A family-friendly dining experience at Deaner’s Diner will land you in a sea of biscuits and gravy, Swedish meatballs, and bread pudding!

Residents can commute through West Fargo by car or on the MATBUS bus system. Interstate 94 is close to neighborhood apartments, and locals can easily travel to North Dakota State University, Hector International Airport, and Osgood Golf Course. In addition to the fair, Big Iron Farm Show and Nite to Unite are exciting West Fargo events.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in West Fargo, ND is $876 for a studio, $977 for one bedroom, $1,168 for two bedrooms, and $1,610 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Fargo has increased by 2.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$977/month
697 Sq Ft
House
$2,062/month
1,640 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,127/month
1,774 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly West Fargo, ND is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

35 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Minimal Transit

1 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

38 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Legacy Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Eastwood Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

South Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Westside Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Liberty Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Cheney Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Sheyenne 9th Grade Center-Grade 8

Public

Grades 8

97 Students

Stem Center

Public

Grades 6-8

West Fargo Spec Ed Unit

Public

Grades K-12

West Fargo High School

Public

Grades 9-12

West Fargo Spec Ed Unit

Public

Grades K-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Red River Zoo
  • Island Park
  • Old Town Hot Springs
  • MSUM Planetarium
  • The Children's Museum at Yunker Farm

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Hector International

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Methodology

† 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 February 2026.