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Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+
1700 J StLincoln, NE 68508
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lincoln Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $400 (50 Rentals)
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Century House
1201 Lincoln MallLincoln, NE 68508
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Highland View Apartments
4441 N 1st StLincoln, NE 68521
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1170 SW 27th StLincoln, NE 68522
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4750 Innovation DrLincoln, NE 68521
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Sky Park - Newly Renovated
1301 Lincoln MallLincoln, 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 | $1,025 | $615 | $1,599 |
| Downtown Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $250 | $1,716 |
| Downtown Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $800 | $3,495 |
| Downtown Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $682 | $3,699 |
| Downtown Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $890 | $618 | $2,900 |
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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. Latitude Lincoln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $618. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lincoln apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $250 |
| Latitude Lincoln | 4BR/3BA - C Terrace | 4BR,3BA | $618 |
| The Grand Manse | Aerie Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Century House | Small Studio 2nd | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| Duluth Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| 1522 D St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Highland View Apartments | Bonsai | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| Union at Middle Creek | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Union at Antelope Valley | 1BD C 60% | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Horizon Apartments and Villas | Dusk | Studio,1BA | $965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lincoln, NE
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lincoln area is the $0.61 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at WC Shinn Lofts in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,280. The second greatest value Downtown Lincoln apartment is the B3 Townhome Model at Academy Lincoln starting at $925 with a $0.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| WC Shinn Lofts | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| Academy Lincoln | B3 Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
| Lakeside Village Apartment Homes | B3R | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Stadium Walk Apartments | 2.2a | 2BR,2BA | $0.52 |
| The Parkhaus - Leasing By Bedroom | Soze | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Union at Antelope Valley | 1BD A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Union at Middle Creek | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1522 D St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Duluth Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 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 $965.
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 $4,000.
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 58 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 $435 which is $3,565 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lincoln.
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