
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $539 (7 Rentals)
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Aspen Haus

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1825 Knox St, Unit 4
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $1,025 | $1,251 |
| Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $820 | $1,895 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $900 | $2,333 |
| Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $690 | $2,242 |
| Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $577 | $539 | $615 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highlands Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highlands area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkview Apartments priced from $820. Aspen Haus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Apartments | 1BD ADA | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Aspen Haus | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Fountain Glen | Frontier | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NE
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 2710 N 1st St in the in the Clinton neighborhood starting from $1,585. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the C - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Lincoln starting at $690 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2710 N 1st St | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Quarters Lincoln | C - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| Cottonwood Creek Apartments | L2AC60BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Meadow Wood | B3 - Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Ridge Hollow Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Stadium Walk Apartments | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1825 Knox St, Unit 4 | 1825 Knox St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Parkview Apartments | One Bedroom - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Aspen Haus | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Fountain Glen | Frontier | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highlands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highlands is under $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Highlands is Parkview Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Highlands costs $1,225.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highlands?
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 22 regular apartments in Highlands 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 Highlands?
Cheap apartments in Highlands have an average cost of $461 which is $764 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highlands.
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