Citadel by Belcastle
119 Irvine Loop,
Bismarck, ND 58504
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Rental Market Trends in Bismarck, ND
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Bismarck, ND is $1,125/month.
Rent in Bismarck is 32% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,125/month
Average Rent
698 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.9%
Change / Year
295
Available Apartments
Bismarck rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Bismarck average $919 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Bismarck average $1,125 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Bismarck average $1,307 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Bismarck average $1,848 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Bismarck, ND?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $11 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Bismarck, ND
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
3%
Below $700/month
33%
$700 - $1,000/month
45%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
15%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
4%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bismarck?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Bismarck, North Bismarck and Cottonwood are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bismarck.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bismarck?
Based on current rent prices, South Bismarck, Cottonwood and North Bismarck are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bismarck.
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Which Bismarck neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Bismarck with the most apartments available are Cottonwood, South Bismarck and North Bismarck .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bismarck, ND?
Because the average rent in Bismarck is $1,125, you’ll want to make about $3,750 per month or $45,000 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Bismarck, ND is 13.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Bismarck is 30.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $919 - $1,848. You can expect to pay 0.5% more for groceries, 17.5% less for utilities, and 3.5% less for transportation.
How does Bismarck, ND compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Bismarck, ND to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Bismarck Area GuideStudio
$725/month
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One Bedroom
$952/month
$1,020/month
Two Bedroom
$1,125/month
$1,243/month
Three Bedroom
$1,411/month
$2,678/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Bismarck?
The average rent in Bismarck is $1,125 per month, which is 32.4% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Bismarck?
The average rent for a house in Bismarck, ND is $1,645 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Bismarck?
The average rent for a townhome in Bismarck, ND is $2,476 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Bismarck?
Rents in Bismarck, ND are increasing, with prices up 0.9% year-over-year and $11 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Bismarck?
In Bismarck, ND, 45% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.