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Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+
1700 J StLincoln, NE 68508
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Campus Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $400 (70 Rentals)
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The Reserve on 77
6740 SW 4th StLincoln, NE 68523
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4300 Cornhusker HwyLincoln, NE 68504
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2701 N 70th StLincoln, NE 68507
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3535 Holdrege StLincoln, NE 68503
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3608 Huntington Ave, Unit #2
3608 Huntington AveLincoln, NE 68504
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East Campus, Lincoln, NE Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Campus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Campus Studio Apartments | $1,056 | $745 | $1,209 |
| East Campus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,087 | $250 | $1,608 |
| East Campus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $795 | $2,451 |
| East Campus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $820 | $2,160 |
| East Campus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $709 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Campus Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Cheapest Available East Campus Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Campus area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ priced from $250. 1522 D St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable East Campus 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 |
| 1522 D St | 1 bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Reserve on 77 | Oriole | 1BR,1BA | $838 |
| Argosy Apartments | 1Bd/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| LionsGate Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Union at Antelope Valley | 1BD B 60% HA | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Trenridge Gardens | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Cheever Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Meadowlark | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Campus, NE
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Campus 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 East Campus apartment is the 221 N 33rd St Model at 221 N 33rd St, Unit #1 starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Eastridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Campus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| WC Shinn Lofts | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| 221 N 33rd St, Unit #1 | 221 N 33rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Academy Lincoln | B3 Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
| 1626 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 1626 Prospect St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | H | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Fieldstone Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom + Den, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Argosy Apartments | 1Bd/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 3608 Huntington Ave, Unit #2 | 3608 Huntington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Trenridge Gardens | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Lincoln. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the East Campus Neighborhood in Lincoln, NE
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Campus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Campus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Campus is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Campus?
The cheapest apartment in East Campus is Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ which is listed at $250, while the average apartment in East Campus costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Campus?
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 48 regular apartments in East Campus 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 East Campus?
Cheap apartments in East Campus have an average cost of $529 which is $1,971 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Campus.
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