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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Bismarck, ND

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  15. 1 BED
    $1,060+
    2 BEDS
    $1,070+

    Westwood Park

    1101 Westwood St, Bismarck, ND 58504
  19. Building Photo - 508 N 13th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    508 N 13th St Unit Jim Fetter

    508 N 13th St, Bismarck, ND 58501
  20. Building Photo - 300 N 31st St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $910+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,015+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$910 - $1,015
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$910 - $1,015

    300 N 31st St

    300 N 31st St, Bismarck, ND 58501
  33. STUDIO
    $735+
    1 BED
    $740+

    Mason

    205 N 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501
  36. 1 BED
    $850+
    2 BEDS
    $1,180+

    Eagle Sky I

    1815-1825 Burnt Boat Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503
  37. STUDIO
    $945+
    1 BED
    $1,010+

    Fairview

    1646 Capitol Way, Bismarck, ND 58501
  38. 1 BED
    $1,020+
    2 BEDS
    $1,090+

    Parkview Arms

    1109 Memorial Hwy, Bismarck, ND 58504
  39. 1 BED
    $880

    Arbor 400

    400-406 W Arbor Ave, Bismarck, ND 58504
  40. 2 BEDS
    $975

    Newgate

    2413 N 8th St, Bismarck, ND 58503
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Bismarck, ND Apartments for Rent

Bismarck serves as North Dakota's capital city and lies along the east bank of the Missouri River, where it has been the seat of state government since 1889. The Art Deco State Capitol building stands as the city's most recognizable landmark at nearly 242 feet tall, anchoring a downtown area that blends government offices with local shops and dining options. Those looking for apartments for rent in Bismarck will find a variety of housing options, from apartment communities near the Capitol complex to residential areas in the expanding northern and southern sections of the city.

Renting in Bismarck offers access to over 2,300 acres of public parkland, including Sertoma Park's three-mile riverfront trail system that connects to an extensive network of walking and biking paths throughout the city. The Cathedral District features tree-lined streets with historic architecture dating to the 1880s, while newer apartment communities have developed in the south along the Missouri River. Major employers include the state government, which employs over 4,600 people, along with Sanford Health and CHI St. Alexius Medical Center in the healthcare sector. The University of Mary and Bismarck State College provide educational opportunities, and the city serves as a retail and service hub for the region. Bismarck's location along Interstate 94 provides direct highway access, while the downtown area remains walkable for errands and entertainment.

Why Bismarck?

  • The North Dakota Heritage Center covers 100 million years of history, starting with fossils of dinosaurs found in the area.
  • Golfing is a major pastime in North Dakota, with several golf courses such as the Lewis and Clark Golf Trail.
  • Sertoma Park is home to the Dakota Zoo, the largest zoo in North Dakota on over 90 acres and featuring 125 species.
  • Enjoy summers at Raging Rivers Waterpark, complete with speed slides and tube slides, and at Super Slide Amusement Park.
  • Shopping in Bismarck includes Kirkwood Mall, Gateway Fashion Mall, and Pinehurst Square.
  • Bismarck is home to the University of Mary, United Tribes Technical College, and Bismarck State College.

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Century High School

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Bismarck High School

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Legacy High School

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Horizon Middle School

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Wachter Middle School

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Simle Middle School

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Apple Creek Elementary School

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Centennial Elementary School

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Dorothy Moses Elementary School

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Northridge Elementary School

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Highland Acres Elementary School

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