
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lincoln, NE from $625 (37 Rentals)
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2049 Worthington Ave

749 New Hampshire St

2043 South St

4119 S 46th St

2501 N Street-305

2727 P St

2400 R St

1004 B St
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2601 Vine St

136 N 27th St

711 N 30th St

1426 S 20th St

926 A St

2740 N 49th St

323 S 47th St

1842 Knox St, Unit 08

704 N 26th St
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922 A St

5501 J St

6604 Ballard Ave

4709 Gladstone St

1249 Dakota St

1613 Deweese Dr

1320 New Hampshire St

845 S 29th St

2384 N 44th St
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3025 P St

4030 M St

5313 Leighton Ave

3405 Holdrege St

2125 South St

820 Charleston St

1417 N 20th St

2901 A St

1717 S 14th St
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1430 N 53rd St
Lincoln, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,280 | $775 | $2,295 |
| Lincoln 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,841 | $1,085 | $2,650 |
| Lincoln 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,470 | $1,600 | $3,950 |
| Lincoln 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,007 | $1,800 | $2,300 |
| Lincoln 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lincoln, NE
Pricing Updated: 09/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Lincoln, NE area range in price from $250 to $4,995 with an overall median price of $1,291. The three Lincoln neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Everett at $999, Downtown Lincoln at $1,025, and South 48th Street at $1,083. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lincoln Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everett | $999 | $800 | 2 |
| Downtown Lincoln | $1,025 | $250 | 151 |
| South 48th Street | $1,083 | $680 | 13 |
| Capitol Beach | $1,085 | $539 | 154 |
| Sunset Acres | $1,177 | $650 | 6 |
| North Bottoms | $1,185 | $250 | 217 |
| University Haymarket Park | $1,194 | $250 | 211 |
| University Place | $1,199 | $650 | 14 |
| Malone | $1,200 | $250 | 46 |
| Clinton | $1,220 | $250 | 209 |
Cheapest Available Lincoln Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ in the Haymarket neighborhood priced from $250. 1724 D St in the Haymarket neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $579. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lincoln apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $250 |
| 1724 D St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $579 |
| 4912 Cleveland Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| 1123 F St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| 1129 E St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $619 |
| 1001 S 26th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $619 |
| 648 S 12th - 12H Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 1420 E St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 301 S 18 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 1730 G St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, NE
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln 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 $1,595. The second greatest value Lincoln apartment is the D1 - 4x4 Model at LivRed starting at $775 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln 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 |
| LivRed | D1 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| The Quarters Lincoln | C - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| The Parkhaus - Leasing By Bedroom | Soze | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| 901 N 25th St, Unit #1 | 901 N 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1101 D | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
| 2501 E St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 1123 F St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 1955 G Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lincoln?
There are currently 1100 Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, NE with pricing that ranges from $250 to $4,995. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lincoln ranging from $625 to $3,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lincoln?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lincoln ranges from $625 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,664.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lincoln?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lincoln range from $690 to $3,899, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,085 to $2,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $539.
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