
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Dawson, NE from $515 (54 Rentals)
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Tarkio Village Apartments

Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment

Forest Cove

Corby Grove Apartments

Coventry Apartments

HL29 Modern Flats

723 Ella St

Cottonwood Creek

University Point
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Brittany Village

Hickman Hills Apartments

The Paddock Apartments

Kensington Park

Heartland Flats

507 Fir St

Broadmoor27
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702 W Nelson St

Maplewinds I & II

Oregon Trail Apartments

Oak Hill

Southview

Parkway Village Apartments

Maryville Meadows

Pony Run

303 W Lowell Ave

2411 Harlan St
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1121 N College Dr

Arbor Village

1115 N College Dr

CityView Lofts

407 H St

515 E 7th St

305 N 7th St

217-217.5-2175 W Linn St

Summit Place

Arbor View Apartments
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Park Avenue Apartments

Summit at Elm Street Apartments

Frederick Apartments

1223 Sylvanie St

1216 S 2nd St

1405 Kansas Ave

1016 N 7th St

513 E Colorado Ave

1208 Oak St
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Dawson, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dawson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Studio Apartments | $914 | $616 | $1,225 |
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $515 | $2,073 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $625 | $2,827 |
| Dawson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $875 | $2,488 |
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Cheapest Available Dawson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dawson, NE is a Studio unit found at Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment in the Buchanan County neighborhood priced from $616. Coventry Apartments in the Buchanan County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment | S1 - Standard Studio (Pet Friendly) | Studio,1BA | $616 |
| Coventry Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| HL29 Modern Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Forest Cove | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| American Electric Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Brittany Village | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $890 |
| Hickman Hills Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Paddock Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Cottonwood Creek | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, NE and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $1.40 price per square foot D1 +Den Model at Wilderness Hills South Apartments in the in the Porter Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Cottonwood Creek starting at $975 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Buchanan County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dawson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Hills South Apartments | D1 +Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Cottonwood Creek | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| The Brink at Ridgeview | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1118 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Lodge at Heritage Lakes | Cornhusker Overlook with Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Ashbrook by Broadmoor | The Rimington | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Kensington Park | 5100 Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Forest Cove | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Brittany Village | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Wilderness Brook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment | S1 - Standard Studio (Pet Friendly) | Studio ,1BA | $1.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dawson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dawson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dawson is at Mitchell Park Plaza Apartment listed at $616.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment is $815 at HL29 Modern Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dawson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dawson is starting from $775 at Forest Cove.
What is the most affordable Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cottonwood Creek and starts from $975.
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