1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, NE (360 Rentals)

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Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 2045 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Lincoln, NE that range in price from $250 to $1,765. South Lincoln, Outer South and Porter Ridge are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lincoln with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
South Lincoln183$1,225$250
Outer South151$1,229$250
Porter Ridge96$1,249$730
Southern Hills90$1,249$730
Western Lincoln88$1,195$250
Far South87$1,250$675
North Lincoln61$1,170$699
Autumn Wood54$1,157$755
Bicentennial Estates54$1,157$755
Outer North54$1,160$755

Largest Available Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lincoln, NE is found at The Grand Manse in the Haymarket neighborhood and is 1,376 square feet priced from $1,350. Notting Hill Apartments in the Southern Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,142 square feet and currently listed start at $1,525. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lincoln:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Grand Manse2 Bed/1 Bath1,376 Sq Ft$1,350
Notting Hill ApartmentsDEN21,142 Sq Ft$1,525
theVUEThe Spieth1,060 Sq Ft$1,275
Stone Ridge Estates Apartments & DuplexesLapis1,030 Sq Ft$1,753
The Villas at Mahoney ParkDenali with Den (B2)1,025 Sq Ft$1,495
North Pointe VillasBaxter (Villa)1,025 Sq Ft$1,537
Pinebrook ApartmentsThe Cove1,021 Sq Ft$1,434
Lakeside Village Apartment HomesA3R985 Sq Ft$1,260
The Flats at 84Kendal953 Sq Ft$1,456
Pine Lake Heights ApartmentsMadison II952 Sq Ft$1,216

Cheapest Available Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lincoln, NE is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $250 at Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ in the Haymarket neighborhood. The second most affordable Lincoln 1 Bedroom is the Open living space + spacious master Model at MEADOW WOOD starting at $755 in the Clinton neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lincoln is currently $1,243. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lincoln:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+1 Bed, 1 bath$250
MEADOW WOODOpen living space + spacious master$755
601 So. 18th St.1BR/1.0BA$795
COLONIAL HEIGHTSOpen living space + spacious master$815
Williamsburg ApartmentsSerenity 1 Bed$850
The VillaBuilding A, B, and C$860
Embassy Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$875
Argosy Apartments1Bd/1BA$875

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Lincoln Overview

Lincoln is a city that has a rich history and a vibrant modern cultural tradition. It makes for a great place to pursue higher education or to pursue jobs in government, manufacturing, or technology. Living in Lincoln is also very affordable compared to other metropolitan areas.

Why live in Lincoln, NE?

Lincoln caters to a diverse array of tastes. Music lovers can enjoy numerous live music venues while theater goers can enjoy touring Broadway shows and local productions. Those who love the outdoors have over 125 parks to lose themselves in while sports superfans can enjoy watching many different games at the University of Nebraska. Those seeking higher education can attend that university or one of the eight other colleges and universities in the surrounding area.

Lincoln, NE
Population: 287,401

Ranked #70

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lincoln, NE

Ranked #2

Among cities in Nebraska for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Lincoln, NE

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lincoln Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Lincoln with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lincoln is at Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ listed at $250.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lincoln Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lincoln is $1,243.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lincoln Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lincoln is a 1,376 square feet unit starting from $1,350 at The Grand Manse.

What is the average size for Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lincoln is currently 571 sq ft.

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