
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer North Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $600 (29 Rentals)
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Aspen Haus

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Meadow Wood
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HORIZON

Waterbrook

Highland View Apartments

7444 N 16th St

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The Meadows on Salt Creek

Northbrook Apartments
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Fieldstone Place Apartments

Cottonwood Creek Apartments

North Pointe Villas

7020 N 15th St

2041 Colorado Dr

2539 Telluride Cir

1900-1910 Knox St
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Brookside Apartments at Fallbrook

4701-4715 Gladstone St

The Willows Apartments

Magic Hills

Eagles Landing Apartments
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7004 Claystone Dr
Outer North, Lincoln, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer North Studio Apartments | $1,035 | $887 | $1,251 |
| Outer North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $650 | $1,895 |
| Outer North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $900 | $2,333 |
| Outer North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $1,370 | $2,342 |
| Outer North 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer North Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Cheapest Available Outer North Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer North area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Countyshire Apartments priced from $700. Aspen Haus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Outer North apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countyshire Apartments | 1x1-640sqf | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Aspen Haus | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Fountain Glen | Cass | Studio,1BA | $887 |
| HORIZON | Dusk | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| Waterbrook | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 4701-4715 Gladstone St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Highland View Apartments | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Meadow Wood | B3 - Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1,047 |
| Northridge Heights Apartments | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,047 |
| The Meadows on Salt Creek | Grayson | Studio,1BA | $1,060 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer North, NE
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer North area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Fieldstone Place Apartments in the in the Clinton neighborhood starting from $1,370. The second greatest value Outer North apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Cottonwood Creek Apartments starting at $1,225 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fieldstone Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Cottonwood Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Meadow Wood | B3 - Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Black Sand Apartment Homes | One Bedroom End | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Northbrook Apartments | Spring | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Highland View Apartments | Redwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 4701-4715 Gladstone St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Waterbrook | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Countyshire Apartments | 1x1-640sqf | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Aspen Haus | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Lincoln. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer North Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer North?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer North is under $1,060.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer North?
The cheapest apartment in Outer North is Countyshire Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Outer North costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer North?
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 23 regular apartments in Outer North 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 Outer North?
Cheap apartments in Outer North have an average cost of $232 which is $2,168 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer North.
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