
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lincoln Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $400 (197 Rentals)
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1544 D St

1626 B St

Century House

4529 Holdrege St

1425 S 11th St

Stony Ridge Apartments

Garden Brooke Apartments

4520 Baldwin Ave

Colonial Courts
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Arapahoe Village

1420 Garfield St

3909 N 68th St

Salt Valley View Apartments

3050 Q St

Meadowlark

Antelope Gardens

Bella Properties

2023 S 24th St, Unit 2

The Grand Manse
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Kensington Park

Lodge at Heritage Lakes

Old Cheney Place by Broadmoor

LINQ Portfolio

4106 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3

Cherrywood Apartments

Meadow Wood

The Lodge

Embassy Park Apartments

Argosy Apartments
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2201 South St

1515 S 15th St

Colonial Heights

Thomasbrook

Skyline View

Union at Middle Creek

1640 E St

1535 N 32nd St

Gate Park Apartments

Countyshire Apartments
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Highpointe by Broadmoor

Regency

Chateau on Vine

1400 S 20th St

Trenridge Gardens

Folsom Ridge

1234 Goodhue Blvd

926 S 14th St

2515 S St, Unit 2515

Canopy Park
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South Lincoln, Lincoln, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lincoln Studio Apartments | $1,036 | $615 | $1,599 |
| South Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $250 | $2,194 |
| South Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $699 | $3,495 |
| South Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $749 | $3,899 |
| South Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $976 | $679 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 197 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lincoln Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Cheapest Available South Lincoln Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lincoln area of Lincoln, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ priced from $250. Stony Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable South Lincoln apartments for rent in Lincoln, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $250 |
| Stony Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Latitude Lincoln | 4BR/3BA - C Terrace | 4BR,3BA | $679 |
| LivRed | D2 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $685 |
| Garden Brooke Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Century House | Large Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Arapahoe Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Colonial Courts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 1940 Dudley Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
| Salt Valley View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lincoln, NE
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lincoln area is the $0.55 price per square foot D2 - 4x4 Model at LivRed in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $685. The second greatest value South Lincoln apartment is the 5102 Walker Ave Model at 5102 Walker Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,250 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Taylor Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LivRed | D2 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.55 |
| 5102 Walker Ave, Unit 3 | 5102 Walker Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Parkhaus - Leasing By Bedroom | Soze | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Fair Oaks | 2.1B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | 2Bd/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Regency | 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 2023 S 24th St, Unit 2 | 2023 S 24th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 1940 Dudley Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Arapahoe Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
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Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Nebraska and customized analysis for Central Lincoln. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lincoln Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Lincoln?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Lincoln is under $750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Lincoln?
The cheapest apartment in South Lincoln is Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ which is listed at $250, while the average apartment in South Lincoln costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Lincoln?
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 96 regular apartments in South Lincoln 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 South Lincoln?
Cheap apartments in South Lincoln have an average cost of $367 which is $3,633 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Lincoln.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!