
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadowlane Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $400 (34 Rentals)
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4520 Baldwin Ave

Gate Park Apartments

The Villa

Cherrywood Apartments

Trenridge Gardens

Argosy Apartments
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Regency

Chateau on Vine

The Flats at Shadow Creek

3202 N 48th St

Haven at Uptown

Square at 48

Willow Creek Apartments

4840 Cleveland Avenue
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4917 Walker Ave

Cheever Pointe Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

353 S 47th St

2601 N 47th St

Chateau La Fleur

LionsGate Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments
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The Timberline Apartments at Northwoods

2740 N 49th St

2344 N 44th St

Sunridge Apartments

Beattie House Apartments

Charleston Court

The Flats at Leighton District

Lexington Ridge
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1613 Deweese Dr

Appleton
Meadowlane, Lincoln, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meadowlane?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowlane Studio Apartments | $1,132 | $665 | $1,326 |
| Meadowlane 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $699 | $2,410 |
| Meadowlane 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $910 | $2,618 |
| Meadowlane 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $1,195 | $2,175 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Meadowlane Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Cheapest Available Meadowlane Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadowlane area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Stony Ridge Apartments priced from $790. The Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $860. Here are the most affordable Meadowlane apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| The Villa | Building A, B, and C | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| LionsGate Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Trenridge Gardens | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $891 |
| Meadowlark | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Argosy Apartments | 1Bd/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Gate Park Apartments | GP-2B2B 830 | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Flats at Shadow Creek | Willow (A2-55) | Studio,1BA | $1,007 |
| Regency | 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Flats at Leighton District | Baldwin I | Studio,1BA | $1,038 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadowlane, NE
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meadowlane area is the $1.36 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Square at 48 in the in the Taylor Park neighborhood starting from $1,585. The second greatest value Meadowlane apartment is the 4945 Walker Ave Model at 4945 Walker Ave, Unit Apt2 starting at $1,295 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Taylor Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meadowlane apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square at 48 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| 4945 Walker Ave, Unit Apt2 | 4945 Walker Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Regency | 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Willow Creek Apartments | 2BR-3rd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Trenridge Gardens | Mulberry | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Argosy Apartments | 1Bd/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Gate Park Apartments | GP-2B2B 830 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Villa | Building D | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Meadowlark | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Stony Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadowlane Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Meadowlane?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Meadowlane is under $1,038.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meadowlane?
The cheapest apartment in Meadowlane is Stony Ridge Apartments which is listed at $790, while the average apartment in Meadowlane costs $1,737.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meadowlane?
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 10 regular apartments in Meadowlane that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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