1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Central City, NE (32 Rentals)

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Central City, NE Local Guide

Largest Available Central City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central City, NE is found at Element 30 Apartments and is 1,171 square feet priced from $1,799. theVUE in the Highlands neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,060 square feet and currently listed start at $1,275. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Central City:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Element 30 ApartmentsMontclair Townhome1,171 Sq Ft$1,799
theVUEThe Spieth1,060 Sq Ft$1,275
HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICTDenali943 Sq Ft$1,150
Horizon Apartments and VillasVilla Twilight915 Sq Ft$1,350
HiPark - FrontNineThe Daly (FN)915 Sq Ft$1,495
Lakeview ParkBranched Oak Lake907 Sq Ft$1,193
Legacy 34Abbott903 Sq Ft$1,895
Residences at Oak Pointe1 Bed, 1 Bath900 Sq Ft$1,199
Talon ApartmentsShelby841 Sq Ft$1,199
Lakeside Village Apartment HomesA1R840 Sq Ft$1,280

Cheapest Available Central City and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central City, NE is the Open living space + spacious master Model starting from $755 at MEADOW WOOD in the Clinton neighborhood. The second most affordable Central City 1 Bedroom is the Johnson Lake Model at Lakeview Park starting at $915 in the West A neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central City is currently $1,252. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Central City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
MEADOW WOODOpen living space + spacious master$755
Lakeview ParkJohnson Lake$915
Fountain GlenOtoe$947
Union at Middle Creek1BD$971
HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICTCascade$995
Pioneer Trail FlatsThe Napa$1,025
Highland View ApartmentsMaple$1,053
Horizon Apartments and VillasSunset$1,145
Talon ApartmentsPhillips$1,149
HiPark - FrontNineThe Jones$1,175

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Central City with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central City is at MEADOW WOOD listed at $755.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central City Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central City is $1,252.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central City is a 1,171 square feet unit starting from $1,799 at Element 30 Apartments.

What is the average size for Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

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Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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