What is the average apartment size in Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND?

The average size for a Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND apartment is 795 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Fargo?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Downtown Fargo is $1,360 per month, a 1.49% increase from last year’s average of $1,340.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Fargo?

In Downtown Fargo, studios rent for $932 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,179 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,695 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,314 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Fargo?

The typical apartment in Downtown Fargo offers about 795 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Fargo?

Studio apartments in Downtown Fargo average 478 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 645 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,060 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,380 sq. ft.

Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Fargo?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Fargo ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 48% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Fargo?

In Downtown Fargo, 57% of households rent while 43% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Fargo is $1,360, a 1.49% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,340.

Studio Apartments at $932 offer the most budget-friendly option with 478 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 645 square feet for $1,179, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,695 offer 1,060 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,380 sq ft) for $2,314, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,360	795 sq. ft.
Studio	$932	478 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,179	645 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,695	1,060 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,314	1,380 sq. ft.

Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND have increased by 1.49% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,340 to $1,360.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND (48%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND?

485 or 57% of the households in Downtown Fargo, Fargo, ND are renter-occupied while 365 or 43% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Fargo?

Village West $802/month

Southpointe $816/month

Westgate $858/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,129/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Fargo?

Madison - Unicorn Park $1,306/month

Downtown Fargo $1,360/month

Brandt Crossing $1,561/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Fargo, ND By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Brandt Crossing	$1,561
Downtown Fargo	$1,360
Madison - Unicorn Park	$1,306
Urban Plains	$1,302
Prairiewoods	$1,225
Anderson Park	$1,202
Roosevelt - NDSU	$1,164
Amber Valley	$1,105
Stonebridge	$1,068
Bluemont Lakes	$1,066
Pointe West	$1,063
Northport	$1,002
Willow Park	$998
West Acres	$900
Brunsdale	$881
Westgate	$858
Southpointe	$816
Village West	$802

Fargo | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Fargo is 23% higher than in Amber Valley

$1,360

Downtown Fargo rent is the same as Fargo average

Average Rent $1,360

$1,105

Amber Valley rent is 19% lower than Fargo average

Average Rent $1,105

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Fargo apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.