
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Lincoln Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $400 (40 Rentals)
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2951 N 51st St, Unit Upstairs

Stony Ridge Apartments

00 Meadowlane Neighborhood

4520 Baldwin Ave

Gate Park Apartments

The Villa

Cherrywood Apartments
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Argosy Apartments

Trenridge Gardens

Chateau on Vine

Meadowlark

The Flats at Shadow Creek

Haven at Uptown

Square at 48

Willow Creek Apartments
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The 8801 CLO

4815 C St

4840 Cleveland Avenue

4917 Walker Ave

Meadowlark Apartments

Cheever Pointe Apartments

Crescent Plaza Apartments

3629 N 60th St
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3609 N 60th St

3619 N 60th St

Chateau La Fleur

LionsGate Apartments

Cheever Apartments

The Timberline Apartments at Northwoods

Sunridge Apartments

Beattie House Apartments
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Charleston Court

2350 N 44th St

1640 N 56th St

4521 Madison Ave

The Flats at Leighton District

Lexington Ridge

Appleton

1400 N 53rd St
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Northeast Lincoln, Lincoln, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeast Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Lincoln Studio Apartments | $1,130 | $665 | $1,705 |
| Northeast Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $425 | $2,194 |
| Northeast Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $910 | $2,535 |
| Northeast Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $1,195 | $2,236 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northeast Lincoln Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Cheapest Available Northeast Lincoln Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Lincoln area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Stony Ridge Apartments priced from $790. LionsGate Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Northeast Lincoln apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| LionsGate Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Villa | Building A, B, and C | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Cheever Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Argosy Apartments | 1Bd/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Trenridge Gardens | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $911 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | 2Bd/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $945 |
| Gate Park Apartments | GP-2B2B Balcony 912 | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Meadowlark | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Flats at Shadow Creek | Willow (A2-55) | Studio,1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Lincoln, NE
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Lincoln area is the $1.27 price per square foot 6240 Ballard Ave Model at 6240 Ballard Ave in the in the Havelock neighborhood starting from $1,470. The second greatest value Northeast Lincoln apartment is the 2Bd/1Ba Model at Cherrywood Apartments starting at $945 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Taylor Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6240 Ballard Ave | 6240 Ballard Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | 2Bd/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Meadowlark | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Trenridge Gardens | Mulberry | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Argosy Apartments | 1Bd/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Cheever Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Gate Park Apartments | GP-2B2B 830 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| The Villa | Building D | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Willow Creek Apartments | 1BR-2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Stony Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Lincoln Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northeast Lincoln?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northeast Lincoln is at The Flats at Shadow Creek listed at $1,007.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Lincoln Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Lincoln Apartment is $790 at Stony Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northeast Lincoln Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northeast Lincoln is starting from $945 at Cherrywood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Northeast Lincoln Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northeast Lincoln Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Flats at Leighton District and starts from $2,152.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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