1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Grand Forks, ND
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Grand Forks, North Dakota as of July 2026. That's +33% lower than the citywide median of $1,172 and +44% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Grand Forks
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Grand Forks
Compare Grand Forks's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamestown | $710 |
| 2 | Wahpeton | $710 |
| 3 | Minot | $755 |
| 4 | Grand Forks (this page) | $785 |
| 5 | Fargo | $840 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $850 |
| 7 | Mandan | $920 |
| 8 | West Fargo | $930 |
| 9 | Bismarck | $943 |
| 10 | Williston | $1,030 |
| 11 | Watford City | $1,140 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watford City | $1,140 |
| 2 | Williston | $1,030 |
| 3 | Bismarck | $943 |
| 4 | West Fargo | $930 |
| 5 | Mandan | $920 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $850 |
| 7 | Fargo | $840 |
| 8 | Grand Forks (this page) | $785 |
| 9 | Minot | $755 |
| 10 | Wahpeton | $710 |
| 11 | Jamestown | $710 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Grand Forks.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Grand Forks |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Fargo, ND | 74.6 mi | $930 | +$145 (+18%) |
| Fargo, ND | 76.4 mi | $840 | +$55 (+7%) |
| Moorhead, MN | 79.7 mi | $860 | +$75 (+10%) |
| Wahpeton, ND | 117.1 mi | $710 | $-75 (-10%) |
| Jamestown, ND | 132.2 mi | $710 | $-75 (-10%) |
| Bemidji, MN | 160.5 mi | $830 | +$45 (+6%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Grand Forks — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Grand Forks?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Grand Forks, North Dakota is $785 per month. This is +33% below the citywide median of $1,172.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Grand Forks?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $31,400 ($2,617/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.10/hour at a full-time job.
Is Grand Forks expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Grand Forks's 1-bedroom median of $785 is +44% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 5th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Grand Forks rank for 1-bedroom rent in North Dakota?
Among the 11 cities in North Dakota with 1-bedroom data, Grand Forks ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Grand Forks?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Wahpeton ($710), Jamestown ($710).