Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, NE from $600 (29 Rentals)

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Vintage Rows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Rows

1210 Liberty DrLexington, NE 68850
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Bel Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Apartments

204 W 6th StLexington, NE 68850
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North Adams Flats
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Adams Flats

2100 N Adams StLexington, NE 68850
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Autumn Park Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Park Apartments

3720 W State StGrand Island, NE 68803
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Elsmere, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elsmere Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsmere, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at 814 E Highway 44 priced from $675. The Preston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elsmere apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
814 E Highway 44Lamro Units1BR,1BA$675
The Preston1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$699
Westside1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Lakeside2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$880
The Cooper Apartment Homes2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$899
Allura Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$950
6th Dimension Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$995
Cedar Ridge2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,080
The Sterling Apartments at Grand IslandCorbyStudio,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, NE and Nearby

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsmere area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at LongLeaf Apartments in the starting from $1,145. The second greatest value Elsmere apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at South Platte Terrace Apartments starting at $1,185 with a $1.13 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elsmere apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LongLeaf Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
South Platte Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.13
Pacific HeightsThe Riverside2BR,2BA$1.28
6th Dimension Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Cedar Ridge2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
Lakeside2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.12
2604 N Webb Rd, Unit 42604 N Webb Rd2BR,1BA$1.25
The Cooper Apartment Homes2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
814 E Highway 44Lamro Units1BR,1BA$0.99
Westside1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.05

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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 Elsmere Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elsmere?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elsmere is at The Sterling Apartments at Grand Island listed at $1,099.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsmere Apartment is $675 at 814 E Highway 44.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elsmere is starting from $825 at Westside.

What is the most affordable Elsmere Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elsmere Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at LongLeaf Apartments and starts from $1,145.

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.