
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hardy, NE from $500 (50 Rentals)
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723 Ella St

Crete Senior Villas

Kearney Apartment Homes

Village at Kearney Apartments

Iron Horse Flats

Hickman Hills Apartments

The Logan on 11th

Regency Heights

Skyline View
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Foxtail Meadows

HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT

The Mirada

East Park on Stuhr

Village Plaza Homes

WH Flats

Talon Apartments

Heartland Flats

Residences at Oak Pointe

The Theatre District Flats
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Chantacleer Apartments

The Dakota

Cedar Ridge

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Broadmoor27

The Sterling Apartments at Grand Island

Legacy 34

Pony Run

208 E 5th St

The Residences at Liberty Campus
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211 E 7th St

130 S 5th St

1011 K St

705 6th St

Summit at Elm Street Apartments

611 Tri-Plex

226 E 6th

535 Flats

1027 A St

1318 N 18th St
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832 Flats

The Crystal on C Ave

210 N Phillips Ave

242 W 12th St

Autumn Park Apartments

720 J St

1422 S 9th St

Prairie View - Kearney

122 S Russell Ave

1023 Bell St
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Hardy, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hardy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy Studio Apartments | $1,109 | $745 | $1,500 |
| Hardy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $750 | $2,070 |
| Hardy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $800 | $2,920 |
| Hardy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $955 | $2,420 |
| Hardy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,625 | $1,625 |
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Cheapest Available Hardy Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hardy, NE is a Studio unit found at Old Walnut priced from $745. 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 Hardy apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Walnut | Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Crete Senior Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Hickman Hills Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Skyline View | Compass | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Foxtail Meadows | D-1 | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT | Teton | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| The Mirada | The Roca | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| WH Flats | Poppy | Studio,1BA | $1,048 |
| Talon Apartments | The Phillips (Lakeside) | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Village at Kearney Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hardy, NE and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hardy area is the $1.20 price per square foot Redwood Model at Chantacleer Apartments in the in the Salt Valley View neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Hardy apartment is the The Sierra Model at Pioneer Trail Flats starting at $1,350 with a $1.17 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hardy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chantacleer Apartments | Redwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Pioneer Trail Flats | The Sierra | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| LongLeaf Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Village at Kearney Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Crete Senior Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Cedar Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom End | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Ridgeland Park Apartments in York | York | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Heartland Flats | Marlowe | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Foxtail Meadows | D-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hardy Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hardy?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hardy is at Old Walnut listed at $745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hardy Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hardy Apartment is $845 at Old Walnut.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hardy Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hardy is starting from $800 at Crete Senior Villas.
What is the most affordable Hardy Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hardy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Kearney Apartments and starts from $1,050.
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