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HiPark - FrontNine
$1,108 - $1,983
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HiPark - FrontNine

5265 NW 12th StLincoln, NE 68521
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3619 N 60th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3619 N 60th St

3619 N 60th StLincoln, NE 68507
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Lakeview Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview Park

510 Surfside DrLincoln, NE 68528
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LINQ Portfolio
2 Bedroom Apartments

LINQ Portfolio

535 W Saunders AveLincoln, NE 68521
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2384 N 44th St

LincolnNE68504

Brainard, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brainard Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brainard, NE is a 4 Beds unit found at Latitude Lincoln in the Haymarket neighborhood priced from $699. LivRed in the Haymarket neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brainard apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Latitude Lincoln4BR/3BA - C Premium4BR,3BA$699
LivRedD1 - 4x44BR,4BA$775
Parkview Apartments1BD ADA1BR,1BA$820
Aspen Haus1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$865
Fairways at LincolnA1 - The Birdie1BR,1BA$977
Union at Middle Creek2BD2BR,2BA$999
Waterbrook2x2 Affordable2BR,2BA$1,000
HORIZONDusk-Ridge with GarageStudio,1BA$1,025
Ridge Hollow ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,030
Prime Place Lincoln - Student Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,039

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brainard, NE and Nearby

As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brainard area is the $0.60 price per square foot D1 - 4x4 Model at LivRed in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $775. The second greatest value Brainard apartment is the B2R Model at Lakeside Village Apartment Homes starting at $1,440 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the West A 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.
LivRedD1 - 4x44BR,4BA$0.60
Lakeside Village Apartment HomesB2R2BR,2BA$1.26
Fieldstone Place Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.26
The Quarters LincolnC - 3x33BR,3BA$0.64
The Parkhaus - Leasing By BedroomSoze4BR,2BA$0.60
Marshall Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 1032 SF2BR,1BA$1.14
Waterbrook2x2 Affordable2BR,2BA$1.05
Meadow WoodB3 - Cedar2BR,1BA$1.20
Union at Middle Creek2BD2BR,2BA$1.12
Ridge Hollow ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.18

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 HORIZON listed at $1,025.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brainard Apartment is $820 at Parkview Apartments.

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 $925 at Parkview Apartments.

What is the most affordable Brainard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brainard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Union at Middle Creek and starts from $1,249.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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