
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monroe, NE from $500 (25 Rentals)
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The Residences at Liberty Campus

Prospect Ridge Apartments

Old Walnut

Erin Apartments

Oak Park Apartments
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Fountain Glen

The Apartment Place

Meadow Wood

Highland View Apartments

Fremont Commons

Ridge Hollow Apartments
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Nye Apartments

Maple Apartments LLC

HORIZON

Heartland Flats Lincoln

Fairways at Lincoln

Leisure Apartments
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208 E 5th St

180 Poppe Dr

650 E 12th St

705 6th St

Bluestem Apartments

535 Oak St
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Conestoga Crossing
Monroe, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monroe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Studio Apartments | $1,051 | $725 | $1,615 |
| Monroe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $695 | $2,070 |
| Monroe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $750 | $2,450 |
| Monroe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,000 | $2,495 |
| Monroe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Monroe Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monroe, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community priced from $695. The Residences at Liberty Campus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monroe apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Residences at Liberty Campus | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Prospect Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Old Walnut | Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Erin Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe, NE and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 414 W Phillip Ave in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Monroe apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Cottonwood Creek Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 414 W Phillip Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Cottonwood Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| LongLeaf Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Nye Apartments | Two Bed, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Cedar Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Residences at Liberty Campus | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Conestoga Crossing | TWO BEDROOM FLOORPLAN | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Meadow Wood | A1 - Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monroe Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monroe?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monroe is at Prospect Ridge Apartments listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Apartment is $695 at Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monroe Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monroe is starting from $750 at Erin Apartments.
What is the most affordable Monroe Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Monroe Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Erin Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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