
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Center, NE from $500 (40 Rentals)
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Saracen Courts

Dakota Bend I & II

Erin Apartments

Valley Park Apartments

Horizon Apartments

Interstate Apartments

Westbrook Estates I
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The Links

River Valley Apartments

Copper Flats

Prairie Dunes

The Apartment Place

Fox Run Townhomes

Five Sons Apartments

Clifton Estates
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Edgerton Place

Indian Hills

Wellington At The Dunes

PLUM VILLA

Country Club Apartments

Pearl Street

Floyd River Flats

Woodbury Heights
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Solara

Bluestem Reserve Apartments

McCook Apartments

Badgerow Flats

Leisure Apartments

Copper Flats

509 S Railroad Ave

716 W Ash Ave
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Gatewood Estates

Ridgewood Apartments

223 N Main St

701 Washington St

101 W Wisconsin St

618 S Edmunds St

630 E 4th St

Bekins Luxury Lofts
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Center, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Studio Apartments | $940 | $605 | $1,250 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $690 | $1,625 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $750 | $1,925 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,000 | $3,522 |
| Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Center, NE is a 2 Beds unit found at Copper Flats priced from $621. Erin Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Center apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $621 |
| Erin Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Links | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Five Sons Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| PLUM VILLA | Unit B | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Solara | Tawny | Studio,1BA | $979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, NE and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms / 2 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome Model at Gatewood Estates in the starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Center apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 414 W Phillip Ave starting at $1,450 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatewood Estates | 3 Bedrooms / 2 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 414 W Phillip Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Woodbury Heights | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Dakota Prairie Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Prairie Park Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Edgerton Place | Edgerton Place Phase II - 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Copper Flats | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Copper Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment is $895 at The Apartment Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center is starting from $621 at Copper Flats.
What is the most affordable Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Erin Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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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.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.