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Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+
1700 J StLincoln, NE 68508
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1017 S 16th StLincoln, NE 68508
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311 N 8th StLincoln, NE 68508
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1400 S 20th StLincoln, NE 68502
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830 S 10th StLincoln, NE 68508
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1810 K StLincoln, NE 68508
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109 S Canopy StLincoln, NE 68508
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1900 K StLincoln, NE 68510
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1301 Lincoln MallLincoln, NE 68508
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620 Capitol AveLincoln, NE 68510
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640 S 17th StLincoln, NE 68508
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1020-1028 H StLincoln, NE 68508
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1145 S 11th StLincoln, NE 68502
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680 S 20th St
680 S 20th StLincoln, NE 68510
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2428 D St
2428 D StLincoln, NE 68502
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2504 Vine StLincoln, NE 68503
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1612 F StLincoln, NE 68508
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1421 G StLincoln, NE 68508
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501 N 25th StLincoln, NE 68503
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1212 D StLincoln, NE 68502
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700 S 17th StLincoln, NE 68508
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Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lincoln Studio Apartments | $961 | $625 | $1,330 |
| Downtown Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $250 | $1,555 |
| Downtown Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $750 | $4,495 |
| Downtown Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $690 | $4,495 |
| Downtown Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $941 | $505 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lincoln Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lincoln area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ priced from $250. Century House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lincoln apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $250 |
| Century House | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| LivRed | D2 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $685 |
| Latitude Lincoln | 4BR/3BA - C Terrace | 4BR,3BA | $695 |
| Aerie 147 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| 1940 Dudley Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| WC Shinn Lofts | 102 | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| the STACK | the STACK - 2g | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Canopy Park | Suite 0.3 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Union at Antelope Valley | 1BD A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lincoln, NE
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lincoln area is the $1.27 price per square foot The MEZ Model at 1320 P St in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value Downtown Lincoln apartment is the D2 - 4x4 Model at LivRed starting at $685 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1320 P St | The MEZ | 5BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| LivRed | D2 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.55 |
| The Quarters Lincoln | C - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| The Parkhaus - Leasing By Bedroom | Soze | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| WC Shinn Lofts | 102 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Union at Antelope Valley | 1BD A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Academy Lincoln | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 1940 Dudley Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lincoln Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Lincoln?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Lincoln is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lincoln?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lincoln is Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ which is listed at $250, while the average apartment in Downtown Lincoln costs $1,398.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 43 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Lincoln?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Lincoln have an average cost of $657 which is $741 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lincoln.
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