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Williston, ND

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Cherish the small-town values and big-city opportunities in Boomtown, USA

Historic Active Vibrant Family-Friendly Welcoming Close-Knit Thriving

Situated near the confluence of the Yellowstone and Missouri rivers, Williston has been booming for centuries. It was a gathering place for the earliest people of the plains and a rendezvous point for fur traders and explorers. Today, Williston is home to Bakken Oil and many people working to make North Dakota the second largest oil-producing state. Williston also continues to honor the agricultural tradition.

Williston offers plenty of things to do, with a variety of historic attractions, outdoor recreational opportunities, and entertainment choices. Residents can go fishing and boating on Lake Sakakawea, practice their golf swing at nationally ranked golf links, peruse the exhibits at James Memorial Art Center, go fast at Thunder Valley Speedway Go-Karts, and learn more about the history of the region at Fort Buford State Historic Site or Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Williston, ND is $1,039 for a studio, $1,068 for one bedroom, $1,217 for two bedrooms, and $1,733 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Williston has increased by 5.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,068/month
701 Sq Ft
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Transportation

21

Car-Dependent

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Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

32

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Hagan Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

460 Students

Rating Unavailable

Bakken Elementary School

Public

Grades 5-6

429 Students

Rating Unavailable

McVay Elem School

Public

Grades K-4

356 Students

Rating Unavailable

Rickard Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

322 Students

Rating Unavailable

Wilkinson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

310 Students

Rating Unavailable

Williston Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

597 Students

Rating Unavailable

Stony Creek Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

120 Students

Rating Unavailable
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Williston High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,263 Students

Rating Unavailable
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Points of Interest

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Airports

  • Williston Basin International

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