
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer North Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $650 (33 Rentals)
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Aspen Haus

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1825 Knox St, Unit 4

1842 Knox St, Unit 08

Meadow Wood

Ridge Hollow Apartments

Waterbrook

Fairways at Lincoln
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Northridge Heights Apartments

7444 N 16th St

Northbrook Apartments

Fountain Glen
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Cottonwood Creek Apartments

North Pointe Villas

7020 N 15th St

2041 Colorado Dr

2539 Telluride Cir

7224 Dorchester Ct

7261-7265 Dorchester Ct
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1900-1910 Knox St

Superior Place Apartments

Portia Place Town Homes

Brookside Apartments at Fallbrook

4701-4715 Gladstone St

The Willows Apartments

Magic Hills

Eagles Landing Apartments
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7229 Whitewater Ln
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 | $1,057 | $1,025 | $1,065 |
| Outer North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $650 | $1,895 |
| Outer North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $895 | $2,333 |
| Outer North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $1,305 | $2,295 |
| Outer North 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 33 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 Aspen Haus priced from $865. Fairways at Lincoln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $977. Here are the most affordable Outer North apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Haus | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Fairways at Lincoln | A1 - The Birdie | 1BR,1BA | $977 |
| Waterbrook | 2x2 Affordable | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
| HORIZON | Dusk-Ridge with Garage | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Ridge Hollow Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Highland View Apartments | Bonsai | Studio,1BA | $1,060 |
| The Meadows on Salt Creek | Grayson | Studio,1BA | $1,060 |
| Meadow Wood | B4 - Willow | 2BR,1BA | $1,094 |
| Northridge Heights Apartments | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,097 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer North, NE
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer North area is the $1.47 price per square foot The Ponderosa Model at Cascade Pines Duplexes in the in the Havelock neighborhood starting from $2,304. The second greatest value Outer North apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Fieldstone Place Apartments starting at $1,385 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Clinton 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Pines Duplexes | The Ponderosa | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Fieldstone Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Black Sand Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Cottonwood Creek Apartments | L2AC60BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Waterbrook | 2x2 Affordable | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Meadow Wood | B3 - Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Northbrook Apartments | Stream | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Ridge Hollow Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1825 Knox St, Unit 4 | 1825 Knox St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Aspen Haus | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $1,097.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer North?
The cheapest apartment in Outer North is Aspen Haus which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Outer North costs $1,315.
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 38 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 $265 which is $1,050 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer North.
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