Housing
Grand Forks housing options range from modest single-bedroom apartments to expansive estates. Grand Forks is distinguished from typical metropolitan areas, however, by a lack of substandard housing. Community values of hard work and pride are evident in the beautifully maintained homes and landscapes.
The Grand Forks Housing Authority (GFHA) was found to provide a mean for City government, HUD, the state of ND, non-profit service providers, property owners and developers to work together in providing the best possible mix of housing programs for families. The GFHA is involved in a diverse range of activities and has a variety of community partners which are an integral part of the services provided.
The Promenade is a unique and exciting mixed income residential community that created building sites for approximately one hundred twenty-five housing units, which were all built with quality materials and craftsmanship.
The city takes pride in its home-ownership rate and gives at least some of the credit to its award-winning programs that help educate low-income families for home ownership.
Grand Forks Home Ownership (August 2005)
Avg. cost for a three-bedroom home $137,385
Number of units available (houses, condos, and townhouses) 124
(Source: Grand Forks Board of Realtors (all figures in US Dollars))
Grand Forks has a large number of single-family rental units, particularly in the downtown area. More than 600 new apartment units were constructed in Grand Forks within the past five years. Costs vary significantly depending on location and attributes.
Rental Costs & Availability (July 2005)
Rental Vacancy 8.1%
One-Bedroom unit $450-$525
/month
Two-bedroom unit $565-$625/month
Three-bedroom unit $745-$910/month
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