Whether you’re moving into your first Fargo apartment or trading roommates for your own place in Moorhead, there’s one service you’ll want lined up right away: internet. And not just any internet, you want a fast, reliable connection that works when you need it, without surprise outages or customer service headaches.
Here’s what to pay attention to when choosing an internet provider for your apartment:
1. Know What’s Actually Available in Your Building
Start by checking what providers are wired into your specific apartment building. Unlike single-family homes, apartments often limit your options. Some buildings have exclusive agreements, while others give you a choice.
If you’re in a building serviced by 702 Communications, you’ve already got access to fiber-backed internet designed for apartment living—no digging or installation delays.
See if 702 is available for you! Check availability here.
2. Look for Fiber or High-Speed Options
Not all internet is created equal. If you stream a lot, work from home, or play online games, you’ll want something faster than the standard shared cable setup.
Fiber internet is ideal, offering higher upload speeds, less lag, and a more consistent connection—even during peak hours. 702 Communications offers fiber to many apartment buildings in Fargo–Moorhead, and we don’t oversubscribe our network.
3. Pay Attention to the Fine Print (Especially on Price)
Introductory rates, required equipment rentals, throttled speeds…some providers bury the real costs in fine print.
Look for:
- Transparent pricing (no promo traps)
- No data caps
- No required phone/TV bundles
With 702, what you see is what you pay. We currently offer a 12-month apartment internet deal.
4. Ask About Installation and Support
Apartment installations should be simple. If your provider needs to “schedule a site visit” three weeks out, that’s a red flag. Even worse is when you’re stuck calling a national help line that doesn’t know anything about your local network.
We’re based right here in Moorhead. If you need help, you’re talking to someone who lives and works in your community, not someone in another time zone following a script.
5. Think About More Than Just Speed
Yes, Mbps matter—but so does uptime, latency, and how well your provider handles busy hours.
The best apartment internet provider doesn’t just promise speed—they deliver reliability. Our network is designed specifically for apartment residents, so you’re not sharing bandwidth with half the neighborhood.
Ready to Get Connected?
If your building is served by 702 Communications, getting set up is easy. No long waits, no hidden fees, just fast, dependable internet with local support.
