
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Cortland, NE from $700 (43 Rentals)
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723 Ella St

Crete Senior Villas

Embassy Park Apartments

Hickman Hills Apartments

Skyline View

East Lake Flats

Kensington Park
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Lodge at Heritage Lakes

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Level at Village Gardens

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Ashbrook by Broadmoor

Wilderness Brook Apartments

Aristos

Wilderness Creek Residences
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Sierra Suites

Wilderness Hills South Apartments

The Dakota

Chantacleer Apartments

Summit Falls Apartments & Townhomes

The Mirada

Aventine at Wilderness Hills
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The Donovan Apartment Homes

The Grove Apartment Homes

Notting Hill Apartments

Tamarin Ridge

WH Flats

Water's Edge at the Woodlands

Chateau At Yankee Hill

Ridge Pointe Villas
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Brynwood at Wilderness Ridge

1400 Garfield St

1215 Peach St

723 Ella St

4621 Prescott Ave

3831 S 46th St

1459 Plum St

Williamsburg Park Apartments
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1717 S 14th St

2125 South St

102 Locust St
Cortland, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland Studio Apartments | $1,073 | $895 | $1,438 |
| Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,278 | $750 | $1,810 |
| Cortland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $800 | $2,800 |
| Cortland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,295 | $3,180 |
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Cheapest Available Cortland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortland, NE is a 2 Beds unit found at Crete Senior Villas priced from $800. Embassy Park Apartments in the Country Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crete Senior Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Embassy Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Hickman Hills Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Skyline View | Compass | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Lodge at Heritage Lakes | Conestoga | Studio,1BA | $953 |
| Level at Village Gardens | Poppy | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Wilderness Brook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Aristos | Florence | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Kensington Park | 6300 Building | 2BR,2BA | $1,060 |
| Broadmoor27 | Ross | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortland, NE and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortland area is the $1.26 price per square foot The Wilber Model at The Mirada in the in the Southern Hills neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Cortland apartment is the The Cornhusker Model at Ashbrook by Broadmoor starting at $1,800 with a $1.52 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mirada | The Wilber | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Ashbrook by Broadmoor | The Cornhusker | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 29South | Pinewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Heartland Flats | Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Water's Edge at the Woodlands | Canal | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Kensington Park | 5100 Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Williamsburg Park Apartments | Roanoke River | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Crete Senior Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| The Donovan Apartment Homes | A3R | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Wilderness Brook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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 $875 at Embassy Park 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.
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