Cheap Homes for Rent in the Near South Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $600 (14 Rentals)

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1730 G St

LincolnNE68508

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Near South, Lincoln, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near South area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at 1315 F St priced from $650. 1414 C St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Near South apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1315 F St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$650
1414 C St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$695
1820 F St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
1616 E St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$749
1522 D St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near South, NE

As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near South area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at 1422 A St in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Near South apartment is the 1524 S 24th St Model at 1524 S 24th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,250 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1422 A St2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.02
1524 S 24th St, Unit 11524 S 24th St2BR,1BA$1.39
2000 Washington St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.20
1730 G St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.26
1820 F St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.18
1315 F St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.11
1616 E St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.62
1414 C St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio ,1BA$3.02

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Near South, Lincoln, NE

Ranked #59

Among cities in Nebraska for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near South

What type of rentals are currently available in Near South?

There are currently 288 Apartments for Rent in Near South, NE with pricing that ranges from $600 to $1,250. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near South ranging from $650 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near South?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near South ranges from $650 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,371.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.