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535 W Saunders AveLincoln, NE 68521
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Brainard, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brainard Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brainard, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at MEADOW WOOD in the Clinton neighborhood priced from $755. The Grand Manse in the Haymarket neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brainard apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MEADOW WOODOpen living space + spacious master1BR,1BA$755
The Grand ManseAerie StudioStudio,1BA$800
3619 N 60th St3629 N 601BR,1BA$825
Highland View ApartmentsBonsaiStudio,1BA$879
Ridge Hollow ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$895
Fountain GlenCassStudio,1BA$945
Union at Middle Creek1BD1BR,1BA$971
Bridgeport ApartmentsLaurel2BR,2BA$999
Canopy ParkSuite 0.3Studio,1BA$999
Lakeview ParkCarter LakeStudio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brainard, NE and Nearby

As of August 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brainard area is the $1.47 price per square foot Tree Haven Model at Cascade Pines Duplexes in the in the Havelock neighborhood starting from $2,388. The second greatest value Brainard apartment is the Ashport & Northport Model at Bridgeport Apartments starting at $1,299 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brainard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cascade Pines DuplexesTree Haven2BR,2BA$1.47
Bridgeport ApartmentsAshport & Northport3BR,2BA$1.13
Black Sand Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom (Style II)2BR,2BA$1.28
The Parkhaus - Leasing By BedroomSoze4BR,2BA$0.60
Fieldstone Place Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.16
Lakeside Village Apartment HomesA3R1BR,1BA$1.31
MEADOW WOODOpen living space + spacious master1BR,1BA$1.02
Northridge Heights ApartmentsMaple1BR,1BA$1.46
Ridge Hollow ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.25
Union at Middle Creek1BD1BR,1BA$1.45

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Brainard, NE

Ranked #132

Among cities in Nebraska for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Getting Around Brainard, NE

Walk Score®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brainard Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brainard?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brainard is at The Grand Manse listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brainard Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brainard Apartment is $755 at MEADOW WOOD.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brainard Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brainard is starting from $905 at MEADOW WOOD.

What is the most affordable Brainard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brainard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bridgeport Apartments and starts from $1,299.

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