
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, NE from $625 (55 Rentals)


Century House

Stony Ridge Apartments

1630 H St, Unit A3, Unit A3

Old Cheney Place by Broadmoor

Northridge Heights Apartments

Highpointe by Broadmoor

311 N 8th St

Highland View Apartments

Chantacleer Apartments
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Regency

Heartland Flats Lincoln

Fountain Glen

The Meadows on Salt Creek

35 East Apartments

Horizon Apartments and Villas

Notting Hill Apartments

Wilderness Creek Residences

Tamarin Ridge

The Mirada
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The Flats at Shadow Creek

Ashbrook by Broadmoor

Canopy Park

The Reserve on 77

Aristos

29South

Square at 48 CLO

East Lake Flats

HiPark - FrontNine
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Antelope Tower

Sky Park

theVUE

Summit Falls Apartments & Townhomes

The 8801 CLO

The Flats at 84

Haven at Uptown

Level at Village Gardens

Capitol View Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments
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2500 P St

1414 C St

1421 P Street

Aerie 147 Lofts

877 N 26th St

877 N 26

130 N 27th St

Lakeview Park

The Timberline Apartments at Northwoods

the STACK
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Lincoln, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Studio Apartments | $1,029 | $625 | $1,330 |
| Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $250 | $2,833 |
| Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $750 | $4,495 |
| Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $690 | $4,495 |
| Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,096 | $505 | $3,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lincoln?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lincoln is under $825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lincoln?
The cheapest apartment in Lincoln is Century House which is listed at $685, while the average apartment in Lincoln costs $1,694.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lincoln?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,280 regular apartments in Lincoln that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lincoln?
Cheap apartments in Lincoln have an average cost of $449 which is $1,245 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
