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$600 - $995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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208 E 5th St

YorkNE68467

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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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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Central City, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Central City, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Liberty Campus priced from $700. Old Walnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Liberty Campus1/11BR,1BA$700
Old WalnutStudioStudio,1BA$745
Crete Senior Villas2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$800
Meadow WoodA2 - Cottonwood1BR,1BA$873
Lakeview ParkCarter LakeStudio,1BA$879
Union at Middle Creek1BD1BR,1BA$899
535 Flats141BR,1BA$900
Highland View ApartmentsBonsaiStudio,1BA$910
Heartland Flats LincolnAspenStudio,1BA$931
Fountain GlenButlerStudio,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, NE and Nearby

As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.38 price per square foot C1R Model at Lakeside Village Apartment Homes in the in the West A neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 1259 SF Model at Marshall Apartments starting at $1,365 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the West A neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeside Village Apartment HomesC1R3BR,2BA$1.38
Marshall Apartments3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 1259 SF3BR,1BA$1.08
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.01
Crete Senior Villas2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.87
Cedar Ridge2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
The Residences at Liberty Campus2/12BR,1BA$1.13
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1.28
The Crystal on C Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.25
Meadow WoodA2 - Cottonwood1BR,1BA$1.18
Union at Middle Creek1BD1BR,1BA$1.34

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City is at Old Walnut listed at $745.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $700 at The Residences at Liberty Campus.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $800 at Crete Senior Villas.

What is the most affordable Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Kearney Apartments and starts from $1,050.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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