
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ballena Neighborhood of Omaha, NE from $700 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ballena area of Omaha.


Rock Creek Apartments

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The Creek Apartments

Echo Park

Windsor Hills
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Andover Pointe Apartment Homes

Arno at Coventry

Tiburon Ridge

6710 S 165th Ave

The Villas at Falling Waters

6759 S 181st Ct
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Meadows Park Apartments

Bear Creek Apartments

Springhill Ridge Apartments

The Village at Mission Pines

Tiburon View Apartments

8803 S 143rd St
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Gretna Landing

Avenue 204

Bellbrook Townhomes

Northridge

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Allora 168

Teal Ridge Village
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Gretna Oaks

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Ballena, Omaha, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ballena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballena Studio Apartments | $1,401 | $975 | $2,421 |
| Ballena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $875 | $2,405 |
| Ballena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $995 | $2,982 |
| Ballena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $1,300 | $3,497 |
| Ballena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,957 | $2,950 | $2,985 |
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Cheapest Available Ballena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballena area of Omaha, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Timbercreek Apartments priced from $900. Rock Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Ballena apartments for rent in Omaha, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timbercreek Apartments | Small 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Willow Creek | 2 Bed, 1 Bath B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Gretna Oaks | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| The Creek Apartments | AC Unit B2B - 1 I 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Avenue 204 | Alley | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Windsor Hills | Sunflower | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Andover Pointe Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Gretna Landing | Solo | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Echo Park | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 695 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,247 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballena, NE
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ballena area is the $1.65 price per square foot Essence Model at Tiburon Ridge in the in the Ballena neighborhood starting from $2,039. The second greatest value Ballena apartment is the Condor Model at Tiburon View Apartments starting at $1,575 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Ballena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiburon Ridge | Essence | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Tiburon View Apartments | Condor | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Gretna Oaks | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Willow Creek | 2 Bed, 1 Bath B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Northridge | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Andover Pointe Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Avenue 204 | Alley | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Creek Apartments | AC Unit B2B - 1 I 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | Small 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ballena Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ballena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ballena Apartment is $900 at Timbercreek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ballena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ballena is starting from $995 at Rock Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ballena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ballena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timbercreek Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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