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Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+
1700 J StLincoln, NE 68508
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $400 (43 Rentals)
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The Grand Manse
129 N 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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Downtown, Lincoln, NE Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,031 | $615 | $1,599 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $250 | $1,716 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $785 | $3,495 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $749 | $3,899 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $862 | $660 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ priced from $250. LivRed has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $660. Here are the most affordable Downtown 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 |
| LivRed | D2 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $660 |
| Latitude Lincoln | 4BR/3BA - C Terrace | 4BR,3BA | $669 |
| Century House | Small Medium 2nd | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| The Grand Manse | Aerie Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Duluth Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Union at Antelope Valley | 1BD C 60% | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Sky Park - Newly Renovated | Apollo | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| the STACK | the STACK - 4c | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NE
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.17 price per square foot 1836 H St Model at 1836 H St, Unit 2 in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the Soze Model at The Parkhaus - Leasing By Bedroom starting at $650 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1836 H St, Unit 2 | 1836 H St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Parkhaus - Leasing By Bedroom | Soze | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| WC Shinn Lofts | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| LivRed | B1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Duluth Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1709 B St, Unit 2 | 1709 B St | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| the STACK | the STACK - 5b | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Union at Antelope Valley | 1BD A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Academy Lincoln | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ which is listed at $250, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
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 39 regular apartments in Downtown 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?
Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $633 which is $3,367 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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