
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Emerson, NE from $600 (22 Rentals)
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Four Seasons Community

Interstate Apartments

Clifton Estates

River Valley Apartments

Horizon Apartments

Copper Flats
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317 Main St

501 W Cedar St
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609 Ivy St

2105 S St Marys St

1005 S 4th St
Emerson, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Emerson Studio Apartments | $954 | $725 | $1,330 |
Emerson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $750 | $1,711 |
Emerson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $900 | $2,074 |
Emerson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,100 | $2,528 |
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Cheapest Available Emerson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Emerson, NE is a Studio unit found at Dakota Bend I & II priced from $725. River Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emerson apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dakota Bend I & II | DB 1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
River Valley Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Horizon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Lincoln Woods | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson, NE and Nearby
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerson area is the $1.35 price per square foot Solano Model at The Summit at Sunnybrook Village in the starting from $1,815. The second greatest value Emerson apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Dakota Prairie Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.15 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Summit at Sunnybrook Village | Solano | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Dakota Prairie Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Prairie Park Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Dakota 303 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Floyd River Flats | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Gatewood Estates | 2 Bedrooms / 1 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Horizon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
East Edge Apartments | Floyd and Dakota | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Lincoln Woods | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Getting Around Emerson, NE
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Emerson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Emerson is at Dakota Bend I & II listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Apartment is $850 at River Valley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emerson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emerson is starting from $900 at Horizon Apartments.
What is the most affordable Emerson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Emerson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Woods and starts from $1,155.
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