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Pony Run
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pony Run

211 S 17th StMarysville, KS 66508
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535 Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

535 Flats

535 N Minden AveMinden, NE 68959

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832 Flats
2 Bedroom Apartments

832 Flats

322 E 6th StMinden, NE 68959
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Nelson, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Burlington Place priced from $645. 723 Ella St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$645
723 Ella StUnits1BR,1BA$795
Union at Middle Creek1BD1BR,1BA$899
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$955
The MiradaThe HallamStudio,1BA$975
6th Ave Flats2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$975
The Residences at Liberty Campus1/11BR,1BA$1,016
Pioneer Trail FlatsThe Napa1BR,1BA$1,025
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1,045
The Theatre District FlatsSkylaneStudio,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, NE and Nearby

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $0.92 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at Village at Kearney Apartments in the starting from $955. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the Pine Model at Chantacleer Apartments starting at $1,320 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Salt Valley View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.92
Chantacleer ApartmentsPine2BR,2BA$1.30
6th Ave Flats2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.98
Folsom RidgeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.21
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1.28
Pioneer Trail FlatsThe Napa1BR,1BA$1.36
The Residences at Liberty Campus1/11BR,1BA$1.49
Union at Middle Creek1BD1BR,1BA$1.34
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.97
The MiradaThe HallamStudio ,1BA$1.64

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Getting Around Nelson, NE

Walk Score®

16 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nelson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nelson is at The Mirada listed at $975.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $645 at Burlington Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nelson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is starting from $975 at 6th Ave Flats.

What is the most affordable Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Kearney Apartments and starts from $955.

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