Fargo's rental scene ranges from a revitalized downtown core to college-adjacent blocks and newer south-side development, and each stretch draws a different kind of renter. These are the areas that stand out:

Downtown Fargo

Home to Kesler Apartments, this is the neighborhood that has driven most of Fargo's recent apartment growth, with developer Kilbourne Group adding more than 360 units across three buildings in 2022 alone. Broadway Square anchors the area, hosting the Red River Market every Saturday from July through October, and the address carries a Walk Score of 93. Historic buildings along Broadway have been converted into lofts, breweries, and restaurants, giving the neighborhood a mix of century-old character and brand-new construction like Kesler.

Roosevelt / NDSU

Just northeast of downtown, this area wraps around North Dakota State University's main campus and the Fargodome, putting students and young professionals within walking distance of classes, Bison sports, and the Bison Sports Arena. Housing here runs from older character homes to purpose-built student apartments, and the neighborhood connects to downtown along North University Drive.

South Fargo (Osgood and Davies)

South Fargo's newer subdivisions offer townhomes and larger-format apartment communities built in the last decade, appealing to renters who want more square footage and off-street parking over walkability. It sits farther from Broadway Square than Kesler's downtown location but offers easy access to I-29 and south-side shopping.

West Acres and Prairiewood

Centered on West Acres Mall, this west-side area combines retail, dining, and the Prairiewood Golf Course with some of Fargo's more budget-friendly rents. It's a practical choice for renters who prioritize errands-in-one-trip convenience over downtown's nightlife and river-adjacent events.

Fargo pairs a small city's cost of living with the kind of downtown construction boom you'd expect from a much larger metro, and that combination is rare for a city its size. Here is what sets it apart:

Downtown Fargo's Building Boom

Kilbourne Group alone brought more than 360 new apartments to downtown Fargo in 2022, including Kesler Apartments, the Mercantile on Broadway, and The Landing at 1001 NP. That pace of downtown investment, paired with a citywide Walk Score of 93 for addresses like Kesler's, is not typical for a metro area of Fargo's size.

A Low Cost of Living Alongside a Tight Job Market

Fargo's unemployment rate sits at about 2.94%, and the median household income of roughly $69,135 goes further here than in most U.S. cities of similar size. The average commute is just under 14 minutes, which means less time in the car and more time using what the city offers.

Major Employers Across Finance, Health Care, and Tech

Kesler Apartments's downtown location sits close to Bell Bank's new headquarters tower and within an easy walk of Sanford Health, keeping finance and health care jobs a short trip from home. Amazon and Microsoft both maintain large campuses elsewhere in the Fargo-Moorhead area, adding a tech and logistics layer to the local economy.

A Genuine Four-Season Outdoor Culture

Kesler Apartments's spot steps from Broadway Square puts residents within easy reach of downtown Fargo's restaurant, arts, and event scene. Popular attractions nearby include:

• Broadway Square
• Red River Market
• Fargo Theatre
• Plains Art Museum
• Fargo-Moorhead Opera
• Island Park
• Bottle Barn Off Broadway
• Fargodome
• Dempsey's Public House
• Downtown Fargo Visitors Center
• Fargo Public Library, Main Library

Most of these sit within a few blocks of Kesler Apartments, so a Saturday can move from the farmers market to a museum visit without ever needing a car.

Kesler Apartments sits in the middle of downtown Fargo, minutes from the city's largest employers and a short drive from others spread across the Fargo-Moorhead metro via I-94 and I-29. Major area employers include:

• Bell Bank (headquarters tower, downtown Fargo)
• Sanford Health (Sanford Medical Center Fargo)
• Essentia Health-Fargo
• Amazon (fulfillment center, Fargo)
• Microsoft (Fargo campus)
• Doosan Bobcat (North American headquarters, West Fargo)
• RDO Equipment Co. (headquarters, Fargo)
• Noridian Healthcare Solutions (headquarters, Fargo)
• North Dakota State University
• Concordia College (Moorhead, MN)
• Minnesota State University Moorhead (Moorhead, MN)

Bell Bank's headquarters tower is roughly a two-block walk from Kesler Apartments, and Sanford Health's Fargo medical campus is about a half-mile away, making a car optional for many of the daily commutes on this list.

Kesler Apartments pairs a downtown Broadway Square address with the kind of amenities that are hard to find together in a six-story building, including:

Rooftop Patio Views of Broadway Square

From the rooftop patio, residents look out over Broadway Square and the surrounding skyline, using the space for everything from morning coffee to watching summer events unfold below. A fireside clubroom and BBQ and picnic area extend the gathering space indoors and out, giving Kesler Apartments more shared square footage than a typical downtown building its size.

A Pet Wash Station and Gated Relief Area

Kesler Apartments allows up to two pets per household with a 175-pound combined weight limit and no breed restrictions. A dedicated pet wash station and a gated pet relief area sit on-site, removing two of the bigger hassles of downtown pet ownership.

Heated Parking and a Secure Package Room

Most residents at Kesler Apartments park at the nearby Roberts Commons ramp, with a limited number of heated spaces also available directly below the building for North Dakota winters. Online orders route through a monitored ButterFly package room, and controlled access paired with security cameras keeps deliveries and residents accounted for.

In-Home Comfort with Stainless Kitchens and In-Unit Laundry

We use a Ratio Utility Billing System (commonly known as a RUBS program), which is a method for allocating master billed utility expenses to residents of a multifamily community. Rather than simply taking the bill and dividing it by the number of units, RUBS considers the square footage of a unit, and the number of residents. This does not include any common areas, hallways, or garage areas. The tenant would only be responsible for the square footage and occupancy of their unit. The vendor who will be providing these billing services is Yardi Energy Services (YES). When the new billing services begin, you will receive contact information and can reach out to YES for any questions or concerns regarding your bill

Cameras, Smart Rent-controlled access at all entry points and elevators

Kesler is equipped with Smart Rent technology with keyless smart locks, smart thermostats, and guest access capabilities. We also have a secure package room with ButterflyMX to easily give access to delivery and mail carriers.

$50/month for 500 mbps of high-speed internet, already installed in the unit and ready to use!

Kesler’s community room offers extra-large windows that provide natural light and views over Broadway Square. It also has private booths with plug-ins to work remotely. After the workday, host a happy hour or grill out. With a wine fridge, bar space, and community seating on the inside and grilling stations, fireplace, and high-top island on the patio, Kesler is an excellent choice to both work remotely and call home. Two-bedroom floor plans also offer great space to have an office in one room and your sanctuary of a bedroom in the other with almost floor-to-ceiling windows that let in natural light.