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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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

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property at 1111 E St

$650

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1111 E St

LincolnNE68508

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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property at 1618 S 14th St

$1,200 - $1,350

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1618 S 14th St

LincolnNE68502

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Cortland, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cortland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortland, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Salt Valley View Apartments in the Country Club neighborhood priced from $750. Crete Senior Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Salt Valley View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Crete Senior Villas2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$800
Embassy Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$875
Hickman Hills ApartmentsAStudio,1BA$895
Skyline ViewCompassStudio,1BA$925
The MiradaThe RocaStudio,1BA$999
Highpointe by BroadmoorRainier1BR,1BA$1,025
Wilderness Brook ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
East Lake FlatsAspynStudio,1BA$1,045
WH FlatsPoppyStudio,1BA$1,048

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortland, NE and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortland area is the $1.36 price per square foot TriCourt Courtyard Model at Lodge at Heritage Lakes in the in the Family Acres neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Cortland apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Summit Falls Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,530 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Family Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lodge at Heritage LakesTriCourt Courtyard3BR,2BA$1.36
Summit Falls Apartments & TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.20
Water's Edge at the WoodlandsCanal2BR,2BA$1.43
Chantacleer ApartmentsDaisy2BR,2BA$1.35
Kensington Park5100 Attached Garage2BR,2BA$1.22
Williamsburg Park ApartmentsRoanoke River1BR,1BA$1.32
Crete Senior Villas2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.87
Wilderness Hills South ApartmentsB1/B21BR,1BA$1.40
Heartland FlatsMarlowe1BR,1BA$1.43
Salt Valley View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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 Cortland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cortland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cortland is at Hickman Hills Apartments listed at $895.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortland Apartment is $750 at Salt Valley View Apartments.

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

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

What is the most affordable Cortland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cortland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Embassy Park Apartments and starts from $1,295.

Expert Rental Resources

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 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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.